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California Cleans Up: 3.4M Cubic Yards Removed, 18K Jobs Created

9/5/2025

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Governor Gavin Newsom reported the removal of 3.4 million cubic yards of litter from California highways via the Clean California initiative.
The $1.2 billion program has generated 18,000 jobs and engaged 72,000 volunteers in clean-up efforts.
A total of 314 beautification projects have been funded, with 191 completed, improving public spaces and supporting environmental objectives.

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Story summary

Governor Gavin Newsom reported the removal of 3.4 million cubic yards of litter from California highways via the Clean California initiative.
The $1.2 billion program has generated 18,000 jobs and engaged 72,000 volunteers in clean-up efforts.
A total of 314 beautification projects have been funded, with 191 completed, improving public spaces and supporting environmental objectives.