The 2018-19 Budget: Administration of the 2017 Housing Package

Feb 8, 2018 - The program authorizes the issuance of bonds backed by personal income tax revenues raised under the Mental Health Services Act (Proposition  63 of 2004). Before these bonds can be issued, the state must complete a validation process whereby the courts determine whether issuance of the bonds is legal.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3746

The 2018-19 Budget: California Achieving a Better Life Experience Board

Jan 31, 2018 - Background CalABLE allows individuals with disabilities (also known as beneficiaries) to create tax-advantaged accounts. Similar to 529 college savings accounts, contributions to CalABLE accounts are not deductible, but can grow tax-free.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3738

State Fiscal Effects of California’s Minimum Wage

Nov 15, 2017 - As shown in the bottom row of the figure, the higher statewide minimum wage will affect General Fund revenues, primarily due to its effects on the personal income tax (PIT) and the sales and use tax (SUT), the two largest state revenue sources.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3714

The Property Tax Inheritance Exclusion

Oct 9, 2017 - The Property Tax Inheritance Exclusion The Property Tax Inheritance Exclusion Summary Ownership Changes Trigger Higher Tax Bills. Under California ’s property tax system, the change in ownership of a property is an important event.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3706

The Property Tax Inheritance Exclusion [Publication Details]

Oct 9, 2017 - The Property Tax Inheritance Exclusion [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/3706

July 2017 Update: Los Angeles’ Bid for the Olympics and Paralympics

Jul 6, 2017 - For example, the Governor could specify officials in the Franchise Tax Board and the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration to confer as needed with IOC or LA 2024 officials on any Games-related state tax policy issues that are identified in the future.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3695

Update on Los Angeles’ Bid for the 2024 Olympics

Mar 23, 2017 - Nevertheless, improvements are ongoing to the Los  Angeles area transportation system, like those funded from the recently approved county sales tax measure (Measure M). LA  2024 ’s bid documents highlight that these new improvements —including improvements like those listed in the February  7 letter from the Governor ’s Office —will aid the region in hosting the Games.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3622

The 2017-18 Budget: California State Payroll System

Feb 28, 2017 - In addition, the SCO completed reconciliations for the 100 interfaces that connect with other payroll system payees, such as healthcare providers, retirement savings systems, and tax agencies. Lawsuits Settled.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3590

The 2017-18 Budget: The Governor's Cannabis Proposals

Feb 14, 2017 - For example, if licensing entities are significantly delayed in issuing new licenses, there may be limited tax collections and reduced need for BOE tax administration staff in the budget year. Federal Enforcement of Cannabis Laws Uncertain.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3556

The 2017-18 Budget: The Governor's Cannabis Proposals [Publication Details]

Feb 14, 2017 - Additionally, the Legislature will need to determine the staff and other resources to provide to the various agencies charged with regulating and taxing the cannabis industry. We recommend the Legislature (1) work with the administration to enact legislation to align the regulation of medical and nonmedical cannabis to the maximum extent possible, (2) make its decisions on the
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3556