California lawmakers have reached a budget deal with Gov. Jerry Brown that calls for deep cuts in social services to address the state’s fiscal woes. The plan would eliminate a program that provides health insurance to nearly one million children of low-income families. It would also reduce college aid, cut funding for child care assistance and impose stricter work requirements and shorter time limits for welfare. The plan avoids a potential showdown after Gov. Brown pushed for more social spending cuts following the legislature’s passage of a $92 billion budget last week. California could also see billions of dollars in cuts to schools if voters fail to pass tax hikes slated for the November ballot.
California Budget Deal Includes Massive Cuts to Social Spending
HeadlineJun 22, 2012