Government
May 14, 2025
Bonta-backed bill aims to close public sector attorney salary gaps
The bill to raise pay for California's state-employed attorneys -- long paid significantly less than their city and county counterparts -- has cleared one committee but now faces an uncertain fate in the Senate Appropriations Committee. Gov. Gavin Newsom's upcoming budget revision, amid mounting cost concerns and a tougher stance on labor, may threaten its progress.
Attorney General Rob Bonta has endorsed a bill that would raise the pay for lawyers working for the state. But SB 605 could be endangered when Gov. Gavin Newsom unveils his latest budget proposal on Wednesday.
"Despite the significant contributions these legal professionals make to the state, current salary levels for these positions lag behind those of comparable public sector roles: state attorneys are paid 16% to 26% less in salary and benefits than other public sector l...
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