The University of California’s one-time $1.43 billion request for maintenance funding to support systemwide infrastructure was excluded from Gov. Gavin Newsom’s May revision budget proposal. The proposal still continues ongoing federal funding increases for the UC system. University officials warn that ongoing funding deferrals, federal funding uncertainty and rising operational costs are contributing to hiring freezes, program cuts and layoffs across the system. “In their discussions with the Administration in the spring, UC made clear that their priority was in ongoing funds,” said H.D. Palmer, deputy director for external affairs of the California Department of Finance, in an email. “The Governor’s May Revision follows through on this.” Read more through the link in bio. ✍️: Juliette Damian 📸: Emerson Kibby . . . #ucberkeley #dailycal #berkeley #universityofcalifornia