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July 2020
Letter from Treasurer Ma
Strengthening and fully funding education has been a top priority for me for a long time. When I was a legislator, I authored, co-authored or sponsored bills that repaid funds the state owed to public education (Proposition 98), expanded awareness of the state’s Cal-Grant program, increased access to middleclass scholarships, and much more.
Ask Fiona
I attended one of your recent webinars and heard you cautioning the audience to beware of COVID-19 scams. What are these? How can I protect myself?
Peter Xu's Note of Appreciation
Interning for California State Treasurer Fiona Ma has been one of the most fulfilling professional experiences I have had to date. My internship spanned four years, from her term in office as chair of the State Board of Equalization through her second year in office as California State Treasurer.
COVID-19 Case Study
Communities across California have taken an economic hit in the wake of shelter-in-place orders made necessary by the spread of COVID-19. In high-profile moves, government policymakers immediately stepped in to support and provide relief to businesses large and small. Not as well-publicized are the creative steps taken by local business owners and economic development organizations. One such effort in Santa Cruz known as “Ride Out the Wave” could be a blueprint for other communities.
ABCs of the BCAs: California School Finance Authority (CSFA)
This past spring the California School Finance Authority (CSFA), historically associated with the financing of charter school facilities, laid the groundwork to support Californians on two new, critical fronts. Students from kindergarten through community college stand to benefit.
Upcoming BCA Events
Calendar of upcoming events.
Top Billing: July 2020
A monthly update on key legislation for Treasurer Ma.
The Ma Squad
Photos of Treasurer Fiona Ma's travels.
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