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The California Business & Economic Development organization has awarded a contract to The Shotgun Players Inc under the Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund Program, established by Senate Bill 1116. The contract, identified as Encumbrance Only 0000003451, was executed on January 6, 2026, with a total contract value of $132,894.01. The program's primary objective is to support small nonprofit performing arts organizations in their efforts to hire and retain employees.

The contract is structured as an "Encumbrance Only" type, indicating a financial commitment to allocate funds for a specific purpose. The single line item represents a commitment to support The Shotgun Players Inc through the state-sponsored payroll support initiative. The unit price matches the total contract amount of $132,894.01, suggesting a direct funding mechanism to assist the organization in maintaining its workforce during a potentially challenging economic period for performing arts entities.