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| Environment | ||
| July 29th | Assembly approved $100 billion budget plan after a marathon session, including cuts to environmental programs. | More Info |
| July 9th | Poll released shows Californians are very concerned about air pollution. | More Info |
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After a record-long session, the Assembly approved a compromise budget plan with a 56-22 vote. The $100 billion budget includes cutting programs, borrowing billions of dollars, and increasing fees. The budget was sent to Davis. The following are some budget highlights:
- $10.7 billion in bonds to be paid off over the next five years
- $7.9 billion shortfall for 2004-2005
- Tripling of the car tax, effective October 1st
- Significant cuts to UC and CSU
- Significant cuts to environmental programs
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The Public Policy Institute released results of a poll about the environment showing Californians are very concerned about air pollution.
