California Independence in Statewide Elections Act [Ballot]

May 14, 2015 - These costs likely would be highest in the year immediately following implementation of the measure, possibly in the range of a few hundred thousand dollars. Summary of Fiscal Effects This measure would have the following fiscal effects: Increased state and local costs to administer and enforce campaign finance and disclosure laws, possibly in the range of a few hundred thousand dollars initially.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2015-012

Revised Use of Reasonable Force Act of 2015 [Ballot]

May 12, 2015 - The measure requires that all individuals serving in a police organization undergo training recommended by the panel within one year of the panel making its recommendations. Officers who fail to complete the training within one year would be placed on administrative leave without pay.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2015-010

Expansion of Office of Law Enforcement Support

May 6, 2015 - In recent years, various concerns have been raised about the ability of the OPS within DDS and the OPS within DSH to effectively carry out their responsibilities. For example, in a July 2013 report, the California State Auditor concluded that poor leadership, poor-quality investigations, outdated policies, and staffing problems at the OPS within DDS put the safety of residents in facilities at risk.
https://lao.ca.gov/Recommendations/Details/843

Eliminate State Cost of Sex Offender Assessment Mandate

May 5, 2015 - The legislation also required the committee t o develop a training program for users of SARATSO, and for users (such as county probation and local law enforcement officers) to be trained on the tool at least every two years.
https://lao.ca.gov/Recommendations/Details/842

The 2015-16 Budget: Broadband Infrastructure Improvement Grants for Schools [Publication Details]

May 5, 2015 - The 2015-16 Budget: Broadband Infrastructure Improvement Grants for Schools [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3246

Fund Medi-Cal Eligibility of Juvenile Offenders Mandate

Apr 28, 2015 - Fund Medi-Cal Eligibility of Juvenile Offenders Mandate Fund Medi-Cal Eligibility of Juvenile Offenders Mandate Program: State Mandates: Finding or Recommendation: Appropriate $27,469 to fund prior year reimbursements related to the Medi-Cal Eligibility of Juvenile Offenders mandate.
https://lao.ca.gov/Recommendations/Details/841

The California Alimony Reform Act [Ballot]

Apr 17, 2015 - In such cases, orders less than ten years in duration would terminate immediately, unless the court finds sufficient justification to continue the order for up to one year. Spousal support orders for ten years or more would decrease by 20  percent annually and terminate at the end of five years.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2015-007

Next Steps for Improving State Accountability for Alternative Schools [Publication Details]

Apr 16, 2015 - Next Steps for Improving State Accountability for Alternative Schools [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3234

2015-16 General Fund pension payments to be below projections.

Apr 15, 2015 - Under the new policies, market gains and losses are amortized over a 30-year period with the full effect being phased in —or smoothed —over five years. With strength in 2013-14 investment returns, CalPERS estimates that the state plans' unfunded liabilities dropped by over $6 billion from June 30, 2013 to June 30, 2014.
https://lao.ca.gov/Recommendations/Details/839

2015-16 expected state costs up slightly compared to January estimate.

Apr 15, 2015 - The state, teachers, and school and community college districts make contributions to CalSTRS to fund pension benefits for teachers. The state ’s contribution to CalSTRS is based on teacher payroll measured on a two-year lag.
https://lao.ca.gov/Recommendations/Details/840