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Assemblymember Mike Fong Statement On Governor Newsom’s 2026-27 Budget Proposal

For immediate release:

SACRAMENTO, CA - Assemblymember Mike Fong (D – Alhambra) issued the following statement on Governor Newsom’s proposed budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year:

“As Chair of the Assembly Higher Education Committee, I would like to thank Governor Newsom for funding the fifth year of the UC and CSU multi-year compact. This commitment ensures greater investment in UC and CSU institutions to expand student enrollment and increase access to higher education across our state.

With a large amount in deferrals, I look forward to working with the Governor and the Legislature to consider options for providing funding earlier in order to maintain stability and effectively deliver expanded access to educational opportunities.

I also want to thank the Governor for his continued support of students through the California Community Colleges Student Success Block Grant. Last fiscal year, $65 million was allocated to address pressing student basic needs such as housing, food, and other essentials that directly impact student success. I am especially grateful for the Governor’s proposed additional $100 million to support students during these challenging times.

Finally, I want to reiterate the importance of financial aid support. By strengthening our financial aid system, students are encouraged to pursue higher education without the fear of overwhelming financial burdens. Several years ago, the Legislature took action to reform Cal Grants in order to streamline and expand access. I look forward to working with my Legislative colleagues to explore opportunities for implementation,” said Assemblymember Mike Fong (D-Alhambra), Chair of the Assembly Higher Education Committee. 

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Assemblymember Mike Fong represents the 49th Assembly District, which includes the cities of Alhambra, Arcadia, El Monte, Monterey Park, Rosemead, San Gabriel, San Marino, South Pasadena and Temple City, and the unincorporated areas of Pasadena and San Gabriel. He serves as the Chair of the Assembly Higher Education Committee and Chair of the Asian American & Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus.