The 2011-12 Budget
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LAO 2011-12 Budget Analysis: Health TOC
Analysis of the 2011-12 Budget Bill
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The 2011-12 Budget:
Summary of LAO Health Findings and Recommendations
Options to Achieve Savings in the Regional Center System
Background
RC Program Has Experienced Rapid Growth
Legislature Has Taken Actions to Slow Growth in RC Costs
Assessing the Governor’s DDS Budget Proposal
Overall Budget Proposal
Governor Proposes Major Cost–Containment Measures
Options to Achieve Savings in the Community Services Program
Option One: Expand FCPP
Option Two: Means Testing Could Lower Costs and Slow Program Growth
Significant Savings Could Be Achieved in RC System through Means Testing
Key Policy Considerations
Analyst’s Recommendations
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Mental Health Realignment
Alcohol and Drug Program Realignment
AB 3632 Mental Health Services