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Newsom Proposes Major Reforms to California Education Oversight

1/8/2026

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Governor Gavin Newsom proposes reforms to California's education governance by shifting oversight from the Department of Education to the State Board of Education.
The plan aims to unify policymaking and implementation roles to streamline operations and improve accountability.
Newsom says reforms suggested for over a century must no longer be delayed.
The changes require legislative approval and are part of Governor Newsom's broader budget plan amid an $18 billion shortfall.

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Governor Gavin Newsom proposes reforms to California's education governance by shifting oversight from the Department of Education to the State Board of Education.
The plan aims to unify policymaking and implementation roles to streamline operations and improve accountability.
Newsom says reforms suggested for over a century must no longer be delayed.
The changes require legislative approval and are part of Governor Newsom's broader budget plan amid an $18 billion shortfall.