SACRAMENTO, CA. (AP) — Millions of low-income Californians would get a $600 payment from the state under a budget proposal by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The proposed payment announced Wednesday would go to people with annual incomes of less than $30,000.
The pool of eligible people includes some immigrants living in the country illegally who file taxes with the state.
Roughly 4 million people would be eligible for the payment, for a total state cost of $2.4 billion.
Newsom is also asking the Legislature to extend a moratorium on evictions.
“Through the Golden State Stimulus, Californians who have been impacted by this pandemic will get help to provide for their families and keep a roof over their heads,” said Governor Newsom. “This plan will provide relief for Californians in need by distributing $600 rapid cash support – for some, at least $1,200 when coupled with federal relief – and extend the eviction moratorium.”
He’s asking lawmakers to approve the proposal quickly so people can be paid starting in February.
