California Governor's May Budget Revision Proposes Nearly $10 Billion in New Education Investments

California Governor Gavin Newsom's revised 2026-27 state budget, released on May 14, projects a stronger fiscal position for the state and includes approximately $10 billion in new or expanded investments for transitional kindergarten (TK), K-12 schools, and community colleges. These investments are in addition to maintaining existing programs and services, driven by an improved near-term state revenue outlook.