<ARTICLE> 5
<CIK> 0000103096
<NAME> TRC COMPANIES, INC.
       
                             
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<FN>
<F1>Results for the three months ended September 30,1995 reflect an operating
charge of $3,300,000 (approximately $2,112,000 after tax or $.30 per share)
related to staff reductions, excess lease costs and additional allowances
for government receivables.
</FN>