^[PDF] These revisions increased the 1995-96 through 1997-98 minimum

These revisions increased the 1995-96 through 1997-98 minimum guarantees by nearly $600 million, even though schools and community colleges had long since closed their books on these years. Certifying the guarantee more promptly would reduce the likelihood of such post-year budget surprises. • Greater Transparency.
https://lao.ca.gov/reports/2018/3834/2018-19-May-Revision-Education-051418.pdf

^[PDF] COMMUNITY EDUCATION OF CHILDREN RESIDING IN STATE HOSPITALS

These transfers must be completed by the beginning of the 1983-84 school year. In 1981-82, LEAs operated programs on the grounds of Sonoma, Napa, Camarillo, Lanterman, and Porterville State Hospitals.
https://lao.ca.gov/reports/1983/02_community_education_of_children_residing_in_state_hospitals.pdf

^[PDF] Analysis of School District Reserves

Since the onset of the last recession, the state has authorized some school funding in one fiscal year but not provided the associated cash until the following fiscal year. Districts record these payment deferrals as revenue in the year the payment would have been made absent the deferral.
https://lao.ca.gov/reports/2015/edu/district-reserves/district-reserves-012115.pdf

The 2023-24 Budget: Proposed Reauthorization of AB 8 Vehicle Fees

Feb 24, 2023 - The Governor proposes to extend authorization for the sunsetting A B  8 fees from January 1, 2024 through 2035. Because these fees are constitutionally a tax, the extension would need to be approved by a two ‑thirds vote of the Legislature.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4708

^[PDF] Public Safety Through Prisoner Rehabilitation Act of 2008

This includes inmates sentenced to life terms in prison, those convicted of certain sex crimes, and those who committed cer- tain rules violations in the past year while in prison. The measure would also restrict family visiting to those inmates who have a high school degree or its equivalent and who agree to random drug testing.
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2007/070799.pdf

Update on COLA for K-14 Education Programs

Apr 28, 2017 - New COLA Affects Costs of Certain School and Community College Programs. As shown in the figure below, the Governor ’s budget included a COLA for several school and community college programs. For schools, the largest of these programs is special education whereas for community colleges, the largest is apportionments.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3657

LAO 2008 Budget Analysis: Adult Education

Since 2000, the adult population rate has grown by an estimated 1.8 percent on average each year. We project a 1.6 percent growth rate in the budget year. The difference between these two rates, accumulated over more than two decades, has resulted in the program growing about 25 percent (about $200 million) larger than it would have been if its statutory growth adjustment was set using the increase in adult population.
https://lao.ca.gov/analysis_2008/education/ed_anl08010.aspx

2006 Initiative Analysis: The California Clean Money and Fair Elections Act of 2006 (Amendment #2-S.)

For example, the measure adds new limits on the overall level of political contributions that a person can make to candidates and committees in a calendar year. In addition, under existing law, lobbyists are prohibited from making contributions to candidates.
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2006/060075.htm

^[PDF] The Politician's Compensation Reform Act, Amendment No. 1-NS

Currently, the Legislature meets in session for approximately 220 days per calendar year. Additionally, Members may attend interim hearings when the Legislature is out of session. Members are paid travel and per diem living expenses based on the number of trips they make to attend session and interim hearings.
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/1998/980293_INT.pdf

The 2019-20 May Revision: Overview of the May Revision Proposition 98 Package

May 13, 2019 - In most years, the state budget allocates some ongoing Proposition  98 funds for one-time activities. This approach provides a buffer that reduces the likelihood of cuts to ongoing programs if the guarantee experiences a year ‑over ‑year decline.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4044