by Agricultural Council | Jul 11, 2025 | In the Know Newsletter
Two climate reporting measures are moving forward in the state regulatory process, SB 253 and SB 261. Both bills passed the Legislature and were signed into law in 2023. Initially, there was a temporary delay in the implementation of SB 253 and SB 261. However, the...
by Agricultural Council | Jun 6, 2025 | In the Know Newsletter
On June 5, the State Legislature concluded its “House of Origin” deadline week. Some measures stalled due to opposition while others passed and move to the other house for further consideration. Actions taken this week include “House of Origin”...
by Agricultural Council | Jun 5, 2025 | In the Know Newsletter
For two years, Ag Council has worked with three outstanding regional coordinators in implementing the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Specialty Crop Workforce Development Program (SCWDP). This forward-thinking initiative is a USDA...
by Agricultural Council | May 23, 2025 | In the Know Newsletter
Ag Council members joined together in May for the association’s annual Legislative Conference in Sacramento to connect with over three dozen legislators and their staff and discuss legislative priorities. To kick-off the event, Ag Council welcomed lawmakers who...
by Agricultural Council | May 15, 2025 | In the Know Newsletter
Governor Gavin Newsom released the May Budget Revision on May 14 proposing a $322 billion spending plan for 2025-2026 as the state faces a $12 billion 2025-2026 budget deficit. He cited lower capital gains, weaker corporate taxable profits, lower wages and personal...
