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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 5h

Jen and I join her many friends in mourning this remarkable woman.

Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 5h

Diane Keaton was a true Californian. She was a self-described oddball, uniquely stylish, deeply creative, funny, and an acting legend who could steal the screen in comic and dramatic roles alike. She was in a class all her own, an icon.

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 7h

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California to provide critical support for workers hurt by Trump’s failure, federal shutdown | Governor of California

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 7h

Donald Trump's reckless and cruel leadership has pushed families to the brink.

While he uses shutdowns to scapegoat workers, California is stepping up by providing 248,000 federal workers with critical state protections and relief.

We don’t treat public servants as pawns.

The Washington Post: “Trump administration begins laying off federal workers amid shutdown.”

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 9h

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Governor Newsom signs SB 41 to lower the cost of prescription drugs | Governor of California

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 9h

I’m signing SB 41 to lower health care costs for all Californians.

Alongside the 2025 budget and CalRx, this bill marks the most aggressive effort in the nation to drive down prescription drug prices, boost transparency, and ensure savings reach consumers and families.

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Jennifer Siebel Newsom @jensiebelnewsom.bsky.social · 10h

These bills are shaped by the voices and experiences of mothers, daughters, workers, and caregivers who keep our communities strong — often without recognition.

I’m proud to live in a state that knows its strength comes from how deeply we care for the women who care for us.

Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 11h

Governor Newsom signs legislative package to expand services and resources for Californian women | Governor of California

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 11h

Governor Newsom signs legislative package to expand services and resources for Californian women | Governor of California

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 11h

Today, I signed a series of bills that close gaps in maternal and prenatal care, improve health outcomes and access to child care resources, and protect vulnerable women.

Women in California deserve the services and resources they need to live full, self-determined lives.

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 13h

Republicans are allowing health care premiums to double for Americans already struggling to afford coverage — and now they're trying to distract us.

It’s as shameless as it is cruel.

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Senator Akilah Weber Pierson, M.D. @senakilahweber.bsky.social · 1d

California has taken a historic step toward justice. With the signing of my bill SB 518, @governor.ca.gov has established the Bureau for Descendants of American Slavery, making California the first state in the nation to create a permanent agency dedicated to reparative justice for Black Americans.

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Assemblymember Dawn Addis @dawnaddis.bsky.social · 1d

Tourism employs more than 22,000 San Luis Obispo County residents, and I’m grateful to @governor.ca.gov for helping strengthen this vital industry. AB 1008 will give local restaurants new opportunities to boost revenue through expanded drink menus. By supporting (1/2)

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 1d

I just signed a series of bipartisan bills in Altadena to support wildfire survivors.

We're providing tax relief, a survivor-first streamlining of home insurance, higher penalties for looting and responder impersonators in evacuation zones, and help with rebuilding livelihoods.

Governor Newsom signs a bipartisan package of bills to aid in the rebuilding and recovery efforts in Los Angeles following the devastating fires earlier this year.

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California Legislative LGBTQ Caucus @calgbtq.bsky.social · 1d

On World Mental Health Day 2025, Governor Newsom signed our first LGBTQ Caucus bill — AB 727 (Mark González)! In the face of federal cuts, this signature signifies that LGBTQ+ students will have adequate access to mental health resources in California. 🦋

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 1d

What a loser.

TIME Magazine: "Trump loses Nobel Peace Prize he shamelessly campaigned for."

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California YIMBY @cayimby.bsky.social · 1d

[VICTORY ALERT] Governor Newsom has signed SB 79, which will make it legal to build multi-family housing near high quality transit!

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 1d

I just signed legislation further enabling the development of carbon management projects in California.

This action will create good-paying jobs, put our state on the leading edge of another emerging innovative industry, and aims to help further reduce climate pollution.

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CA Health & Human Services @calhhs.bsky.social · 1d

Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 727 into law, requiring student ID cards in California’s public middle schools, high schools & colleges to include the phone number for The Trevor Project, a leading crisis & suicide prevention hotline for LGBTQ+ youth. 📲 https://bit.ly/4h6p8Bs

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 1d

The Trump Administration’s removal of LGBTQ suicide prevention programs this summer was a disgrace.

I just signed legislation requiring student ID cards in public middle schools, high schools, and colleges to include the Trevor Project’s crisis and suicide prevention hotline.

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 1d

California is about to 100% replace coal from our state's energy supply.

The 30,000+ megawatts in new clean energy and storage we've added since 2019 is now powering about half of our peak electricity demand.

While Trump bets on the past, California is shaping the future.

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 1d

I am expanding access to behavioral health services through newly signed legislation that ensures individuals in crisis receive timely treatment, housing, and ongoing support in coordination with courts and local agencies.

We won't sit on the sidelines to address this crisis.

Governor Newsom signs legislation approving updates to CARE Court, California's court-supervised behavioral health care system launched in 2023.

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Senator Scott Wiener @scottwiener.bsky.social · 1d

MAJOR NEWS: @GavinNewsom signed SB 79, my bill allowing more housing near public transit — rail, subway, rapid bus.

It’s a huge step for housing in California. It’ll create more homes, strengthen our transit systems & reduce traffic & carbon emissions.

Thank you, Governor!

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 1d

All Californians deserve an affordable place to live. That's not just a policy statement — it’s about stability, dignity, and opportunity.

🔗 We're accelerating permitting, streamlining production, and strengthening enforcement of affordable housing law:

Governor Newsom builds on this year’s historic housing reforms, signs legislation to accelerate housing and affordability | Governor of California

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 1d

I just approved major pieces of legislation to keep building more affordable housing.

Whether it's turning empty office buildings into residential spaces or building more homes near public transportation, we're doing all we can to lower the price to realize the California Dream.

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 1d

California celebrates Filipino American History Month, recognizing generations of Filipino Americans who have shaped this state’s culture and history.

As friends, educators, caregivers, civil rights organizers, and so much more, Filipino Americans are vital to this state.

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