California lawmakers have reached a tentative budget agreement valued at $321 billion, bringing together various factions to address pressing issues like housing, labor, and environmental reforms. Governor Gavin Newsom has faced internal conflicts among Democrats regarding his late push to increase housing construction, with key legislation yet to be published as the budget deadline looms. The budget deal includes provisions for undocumented immigrant health care, although cuts to welfare budgets are anticipated. Despite assurances from leaders that the budget avoids steep cuts to Medi-Cal and higher education, concerns remain about the pervasive structural deficit and the potential reliance on reserve funds. As negotiations continue, public sentiment appears skeptical of government spending, with many Californians expressing a desire for lower taxes and fewer services.