AB 164 Summary

• Amends the Budget Act of 2021 by modifying appropriations across 30+ state budget items and adding 4 new appropriation items for the 2021-22 fiscal year.

• Allocates $1.75 billion for affordable housing production through the Department of Housing and Community Development using Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Fund resources.

• Provides $3.25 billion for statewide broadband middle-mile network development and $500 million for last-mile broadband infrastructure completion through the Public Utilities Commission.

• Establishes or expands multiple workforce and education programs including $100 million for High Road Training Partnerships, $250 million for K-16 education collaboratives, and funding for childcare and preschool programs.

• Takes effect immediately as a Budget Bill requiring only a majority vote rather than two-thirds legislative approval.