CAL.Regulation
California AB 2222 creates tax credits for local journalism jobs
Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 2222, the Community NEWS Act, on September 30, 2026. For taxable years 2027 through 2031, qualifying local news outlets may claim a refundable credit of $20,000 for each of up to five full-time journalists, $15,000 for each additional full-time journalist, $7,500 per part-time journalist and an extra $15,000 per new position. Outlets must carry media liability insurance and publish an error-correction policy.
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Key points
- Newsom signed AB 2222, the Community NEWS Act, on September 30, 2026.Office of Governor Gavin NewsomPalo Alto Online (CalMatters)
- Assemblymembers Christopher Ward (D-San Diego) and Buffy Wicks (D-Oakland) authored the bill.Palo Alto Online (CalMatters)
- Credits are $20,000 for each of the first five full-time journalists, $15,000 beyond five and $7,500 per part-time journalist.California Legislative InformationPalo Alto Online (CalMatters)
- Qualifying outlets must carry media liability insurance and publicly display an editorial policy for error correction.California Legislative InformationPalo Alto Online (CalMatters)
- Chapter 849, Statutes of 2026, adds Revenue and Taxation Code sections 17053.76 and 23633 for taxable years 2027 through 2031.California Legislative Information
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Office of Governor Gavin Newsom
Palo Alto Online (CalMatters)