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Governor Newsom signs law to provide fire survivors with stronger mortgage relief
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 22, 2025 Governor's Press Office: (916) 445-4571 What you need to know: Governor Newsom today signed into law legislation to help homeowners affected by the Los Angeles fires receive mortgage relief. LOS ANGELES — As part...

Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help Calaveras and Tuolumne Counties recover from TCU Lightning Complex Fires
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an emergency proclamation for Calaveras and Tuolumne Counties to assist in recovery from the recent TCU Lightning Complex Fires that burned over 13,000 acres and destroyed or damaged over 100 structures and homes,...

California announces funding to create thousands of affordable homes for California families
30 affordable housing projects to create more than 2,000 homes across California FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 22, 2025 Governor's Press Office: (916) 445-4571 What you need to know: California is continuing to advance Governor Newsom’s strategy to create...

California prepares state resources ahead of heavy rain, dry lightning, and increased fire threats
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has predeployed resources throughout the state and is closely monitoring weather conditions that bring the potential for localized heavy rain, dry lightning, and gusty winds that could spark new...

Governor Newsom proclaims Preparedness Month
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring September 2025 as "Preparedness Month." The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATION This year began with some of the most destructive fires California’s ever seen,...