Tinisch Hollins, executive director of Californians for Safety and Justice, criticized California’s Prop 36 in a recent interview, calling it a “solution to a problem that didn’t exist.” Despite voter ...

Who should pay for Prop. 36, California’s new tough-on-crime law? Gov. Gavin Newsom, who opposed the measure, did not include any money for it in his latest state budget proposal ...

The California State Library Parks pass program secures funding through 2026, preserving free access to over 200 parks and beaches.

A budget deal will allocate $110M to Prop 36 in California, but lawmakers are pushing for more. Gov. Gavin Newsom’s veto power adds uncertainty to the funding.

In November, Californians voted overwhelmingly to strengthen penalties for criminals.Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) is still trying to undermine that effort. Over 68% of California voters supported ...

California Democrats deny critical funding for Prop. 36, undermining voter-supported efforts to combat rising crime and promote public safety reforms.

Raiding the Prop. 47 grant program to pay for Prop. 36 would deepen that harm. California must safeguard its successful community-based services, especially as we face an uncertain economic future.

Prop. 36 represents hope for a safer future. Let’s ensure that this hope becomes reality by fully funding the law and giving communities across California the support they deserve.

Without funding, Prop. 36 risks becoming another well-intentioned but under-resourced reform. Skip to content. All Sections. Subscribe Now. 67°F. Sunday, July 13th 2025 e-Edition.