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2013 Initiative Analysis: The Marijuana Control, Legalization and Revenue Act of 2014

These laws are enforced by federal agencies that may act independently or in cooperation with state and local law enforcement agencies. State Law and Proposition  215. Under current state law, the possession, cultivation, or distribution of marijuana generally is illegal in California.
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2013/130744.aspx

Traveling in California: Acronyms and Definitions

SHA (State Highway Account) —The major state transportation account for highway purposes. Revenues include the state excise taxes on gasoline and diesel fuel and truck weight fees. SHOPP (State Highway Operation and Protection Program) —A four-year capital improvement program for rehabilitation, safety, and operational improvements on state highways.
https://lao.ca.gov/2000/051100_cal_travels/051100_cal_travels_acronyms.html

2005 Initiative Analysis: The Fair Competition and Taxpayer Savings Act

Background State Government. Based on court interpretation of the provisions in the State Constitution, services provided by state agencies generally must be performed by state civil service employees.
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2005/050010.htm

[PDF] California Taxpayer Protection Act of 2012

State and local law enforcement agencies are not generally required under federal or state law to verify with DHS whether an immigration detainer should be issued for an arrested individual. Nor are state and local agencies generally required under federal or state law to transfer individuals for whom detainers have been issued to federal authorities.
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2011/110718.pdf

2011 Initiative Analysis:California Taxpayer Protection Act of 2012

State and local law enforcement agencies are not generally required under federal or state law to verify with DHS whether an immigration detainer should be issued for an arrested individual. Nor are state and local agencies generally required under federal or state law to transfer individuals for whom detainers have been issued to federal authorities.
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2011/110718.aspx

[PDF] State Spending Plan for 1990-91: The 1990 Budget Act and Related Legislation

Revenues to the fund come from annual "election fee" payments by Page 29 Major State Expenditures by Program Area . ..: 1990·91 Distribution of Tidelands Oil Revenue Governor's Budget as Revised $162 million Budget Act $162 million Housing State Lands Trust Fund Commission SAFCO Housing State Lands Trust Fund Commission SAFCO
https://lao.ca.gov/1990/reports/0890_state_spending_plan_for_1990-91.pdf

[PDF] Definition of the term “person” for purposes of Article I, Section 7 of the State Constitution.

The state also funds education for children regardless of income. Medical Research. Proposition 71, enacted by California voters in 2004, made conducting stem cell research a state constitutional right.
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2015/150530.pdf

[PDF] Judicial Reviews of State Developmental Center Placements: Implementation of the In re Hop Decision

While this would result in a state-mandated local program, we believe such state costs are appropriate based on considerations of cost-effectiveness and avoidance of legal challenges. Public Defense New Admissions.
https://lao.ca.gov/reports/1988/554_1188_judicial_reviews_of_state_developmental_center_placements.pdf

[PDF] The Safe Drinking Water State Revolving Fund and Drinking Water Program Governance

EPA and requires a 20 percent match from the state (that is, the state provides $1 for every $5 of federal funds). The federal and state funds are then used to provide fi nancial assistance, including below-market loans for water infrastructure projects.
https://lao.ca.gov/handouts/Health/2013/Safe-Drinking-Water-State-Revolving-Fund-051513.pdf

[PDF] State Water Resources Control Board: Governor’s General Fund Budget Proposal

State Water Resources Control Board: Governor’s General Fund Budget Proposal Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 3 on Resources Hon. Ira Ruskin, Chair State Water Resources Control Board: Governor’s General Fund Budget Proposal L E G I S L A T I V E A N A L Y S T ’ S O F F I C E April 23, 2008 1L E G I S L A T I V E A N A L Y S T ’ S O F F I C E April 23,
https://lao.ca.gov/handouts/resources/2008/State_Water_Resources_Control_Board_42308.pdf