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California Seeks $23 Billion Fund for Research Amid Cuts

2/6/2026

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California researchers call for a $23 billion fund to offset federal funding cuts.
State Senator Scott Wiener leads the California Foundation for Science and Health Research proposal.
A federal judge ruled against U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration's attempts to reclaim over $500 million from UCLA.
UC Berkeley's Scarlet Sands-Bliss notes political pressures threaten climate and health research.
The measure needs legislative passage and voter approval, with bipartisan support.

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California researchers call for a $23 billion fund to offset federal funding cuts.
State Senator Scott Wiener leads the California Foundation for Science and Health Research proposal.
A federal judge ruled against U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration's attempts to reclaim over $500 million from UCLA.
UC Berkeley's Scarlet Sands-Bliss notes political pressures threaten climate and health research.
The measure needs legislative passage and voter approval, with bipartisan support.