California Governor Seeks $500 Million for Coronavirus Fight
Gavin Newsom
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California Governor Gavin Newsom called on state lawmakers to approve an emergency $500 million spending package to help combat the coronavirus outbreak.
He also asked for legislation that would provide an additional $100 million to schools and allow them to maintain funding levels even though many districts are closed because of the crisis. Newsom declared a statewide emergency Sunday.