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

The Implementation of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [Publication Details]

Mar 21, 2014 - In the report, we first provide background on fee policies in the state and then describe the main Chapter 620 requirements. We next review the segments’ responses to the requirements in Chapter 620, provide our assessment of their compliance, and offer a few related recommendations for the Legislature’s consideration.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2981

The 2014-15 Budget: Analysis of the Higher Education Budget [Publication Details]

Feb 12, 2014 - We recommend the Legislature take an alternative approach that: (1) designates funding for specific purposes (including enrollment at the California State University and debt-service payments), (2) shares cost increases among the state and students, and (3) monitors the universities’ performance in specific areas (such as student success).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2914

A Review of State Budgetary Practices for UC and CSU [Publication Details]

Feb 11, 2014 - A Review of State Budgetary Practices for UC and CSU [Publication Details] A Review of State Budgetary Practices for UC and CSU Format: HTML Description: Over the last six years, the state has moved away from its traditional budgetary approach for the University of California (UC) and the California State University (CSU).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2913

Initial Review of CSU's Early Start Program [Publication Details]

Jan 14, 2014 - Initial Review of CSU's Early Start Program [Publication Details] Initial Review of CSU's Early Start Program Format: HTML Description: In 2012, the California State University (CSU) launched Early Start—a program that requires freshmen who do not pass CSU’s placement exams to begin taking remedial courses during the summer before freshman year.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2820

Oversight of Private Colleges in California [Publication Details]

Dec 17, 2013 - Oversight of Private Colleges in California [Publication Details] Oversight of Private Colleges in California Format: HTML Description: California's Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (Bureau) oversees private colleges operating in the state, but some institutions are exempt from the Bureau's oversight by virtue of their accreditation.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2817

Dream Act Assistance to States [Publication Details]

Jun 5, 2013 - Dream Act Assistance to States [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/2779

Financial Aid and the State Budget [Publication Details]

Mar 20, 2013 - Financial Aid and the State Budget [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/2713

The 2013-14 Budget: Analysis of Governor’s Proposition 39 Proposal [Publication Details]

Feb 21, 2013 - The 2013-14 Budget: Analysis of Governor’s Proposition 39 Proposal [Publication Details] The 2013-14 Budget: Analysis of Governor’s Proposition 39 Proposal Format: HTML Description: The Governor’s 2013‑14 budget includes a plan to implement the provisions of Proposition 39, which increases state corporate tax (CT) revenues and requires that half of these revenues for a five-year period be used for energy efficiency and alternative energy projects.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2691

The 2013-14 Budget: Analysis of the Higher Education Budget [Publication Details]

Feb 12, 2013 - We recommend the Legislature take a different approach and allocate any new funding first for the state’s highest existing education priorities, including debt service, pension costs, and paying down community college deferrals.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2686