Federal Funding for Natural Resources and Environmental Protection [Publication Details]

May 10, 2017 - In this post, we provide more detail on federal funding for the state’s natural resources and environmental protection programs, with a focus on the five state departments that receive the most federal funds last year.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3664

Information Technology Procurement and Implementation Overview [Publication Details]

Apr 10, 2014 - Presented to Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Subcommittee No. 4 on State Administration and General Government
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2997

Analysis of settlement agreement reached by the state and plaintiffs for two IHSS lawsuits

Apr 8, 2013 - Analysis of settlement agreement reached by the state and plaintiffs for two IHSS lawsuits Analysis of settlement agreement reached by the state and plaintiffs for two IHSS lawsuits Program: In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Finding or Recommendation: We recommend that the Legislature give serious consideration to effectuating the general thrust of the
https://lao.ca.gov/Recommendations/Details/745

Existing state tuberculosis (TB) control funding should be used to address TB control mandate.

May 12, 2014 - In 2011, there were 2,325 reported cases of TB in the state. In recent years, b etween 8 percent  and 10 percent of individuals infected with TB have died from TB in the state. State Law Establishes Procedures for TB Control.
https://lao.ca.gov/Recommendations/Details/806

The 2020-21 Budget: Assessing the Governor's Reorganization Proposals [Publication Details]

Feb 7, 2020 - As part of his budget plan for 2020‑21, the Governor proposes six government reorganizations across several policy areas. In many cases, the Governor proposes consolidating agencies or shifting responsibilities from existing agencies to newly established entities. The proposals would affect a broad array of state departments, offices, and commissions that perform a wide range of functions.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/4146

Lessons From Other States to Address California’s Redemption Center Closures [Publication Details]

Apr 10, 2017 - Lessons From Other States to Address California’s Redemption Center Closures [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/3649

The 2016-17 Budget: Higher Education Analysis

Feb 26, 2016 - The state allocates apportionment funding on the basis of FTE enrollment. In 2015 –16 , we estimate the state provided $700  million for basic skills through apportionments (accounting for 11  percent of all apportionment funding).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3372

Achieving State Goals for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta [Publication Details]

Jan 15, 2015 - Achieving State Goals for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta [Publication Details] Achieving State Goals for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Format: HTML Description: The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta (Delta) is a biodiverse ecosystem that covers about 1,150 square miles and supports over 700 species of fish and wildlife.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3158

California's New Minimum Wage: Statewide Minimum Wage Increasing in January [EconTax Blog]

Dec 6, 2016 - Most Local Minimum Wages Are Slightly Narrower Than The State ’s. Very few employees are exempt from the statewide minimum wage. Most of California ’s local minimum wages have some additional exemptions.
https://lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/Article/Detail/221

The 2016-17 Budget: Transportation Proposals

Feb 23, 2016 - The Legislature could change state law in order to keep these revenues in the MVA. Caltrans Caltrans is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing the development and operation of the state ’s transportation system.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3366