The 2015-16 Budget: California's Fiscal Outlook [Publication Details]

Nov 19, 2014 - Our higher General Fund revenue estimates translate to $6.4 billion available in 2015-16 for the state's Proposition 98 priorities. The report also discusses choices facing the state in implementing Proposition 2, such as choices about which budgetary and retirement debts to repay with dedicated Proposition 2 funds over the next 15 years.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3152

Review of the California Department of Education [Publication Details]

Aug 28, 2014 - Review of the California Department of Education [Publication Details] Review of the California Department of Education Format: HTML Description: The core responsibility of the California Department of Education (CDE) is to administer federal and state education programs.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3055

The 2014-15 Budget: Maintaining Education Facilities in California [Publication Details]

Apr 11, 2014 - Looking beyond 2014-15, we believe the state should have a long-term strategy for properly maintaining education facilities. While a one-size-fits-all response very likely is not appropriate for such a diverse array of education segments, segment-specific plans likely could be very helpful.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3000

State Economic Outlook [Publication Details]

Apr 3, 2014 - State Economic Outlook [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only. The LAO is unable to guarantee the accuracy of this translation and is therefore not liable for any inaccurate information resulting from the translation application tool.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2992

The 2014-15 Budget: The Commission on Teacher Credentialing [Publication Details]

Mar 28, 2014 - We recommend the Legislature require CTC to streamline its process to ensure (1) teacher preparation program standards are clear, concise, and aligned to state academic content standards; (2) accreditation incorporates data on program outcomes; and (3) accreditation is self-supporting.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2987

The 2014-15 Budget: An Analysis of Local Libraries' Internet Speeds [Publication Details]

Mar 27, 2014 - The 2014-15 Budget: An Analysis of Local Libraries' Internet Speeds [Publication Details] The 2014-15 Budget: An Analysis of Local Libraries' Internet Speeds Format: HTML Description: In this report, we assess the Governor's proposal to provide state funds for the California State Library to contract with the Corporation for Education Network Initiatives in California (CENIC) in an effort to increase Internet speeds at local libraries.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2984

Analysis of Education Mandates [Publication Details]

Feb 26, 2014 - Analysis of Education Mandates [Publication Details] HTML Description: Traditionally, the state has reimbursed local educational agencies (LEAs) for performing mandated activities by requiring them to submit detailed documentation of their costs.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2956

Review of School Transportation in California [Publication Details]

Feb 25, 2014 - In the report, we describe and assess the trade-offs of the following three options: (1) fund transportation services within the new Local Control Funding Formula; (2) create a new, targeted program to help districts that face extraordinarily high transportation costs; and (3) create a broad-based program whereby the state pays a share of each district’s transportation costs.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2955

State Budget Update [Publication Details]

Feb 21, 2014 - State Budget Update [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only. The LAO is unable to guarantee the accuracy of this translation and is therefore not liable for any inaccurate information resulting from the translation application tool.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2954

State Budget Update [Publication Details]

Oct 15, 2013 - State Budget Update [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only. The LAO is unable to guarantee the accuracy of this translation and is therefore not liable for any inaccurate information resulting from the translation application tool.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2813