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California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero today issued a statement on the judicial branch budget for fiscal year 2025-26.

Delivered at the state capitol building in Sacramento, Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero stressed the judicial branch’s commitment to public service and access to justice for all Californians. See the full transcript, video, and photos from her address.

California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero on Friday issued a statement on the Governor’s budget proposal for the judicial branch.

Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero today delivered her annual State of the Judiciary address to the California Legislature

"Along with the rest of state government, the judicial branch must be part of the solution to close our anticipated statewide budget deficit," Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero said.

"The strong judiciary we lead today is a testament to Phil’s tireless work to improve access to justice for all Californians," Chief Justice Guerrero said.

Highlights and key statistics from the 2022–2023 court year.

“This year’s budget represents a continued commitment by Governor Newsom and the Legislature to support the judicial branch with a sustainable budget, which is a cornerstone of our ability to provide access to justice for all Californians," said Chief Justice Guerrero.

Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero delivered her first State of the Judiciary Address to the California Legislature on March 27, 2023.

Revised budget proposal includes funding for a Judicial Council unit to provide training, technical assistance, and legal support to California’s trial courts on environmental and climate change issues.

Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye, chair of the Commission on Judicial Appointments, announced that the commission today confirmed Judge Victor A. Rodriguez as Associate Justice of the Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, Division Three (San Francisco).

Remote proceedings have improved case clearance rates and cleared previous case backlogs in some areas