Sequestering Savings From the Closure of Developmental Centers

Jan 31, 2018 - The state may also have an interest in selling the land rather than leasing it as a way for both state and local governments to begin generating property tax revenue and creating jobs. Leasing DC Property to a Housing Developer In this section, we discuss one specific leasing option —providing a long ‑term ground lease to a developer of mixed ‑income housing.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3735

K-12 Education in Context

Jan 26, 2018 - These proportions differ from many other states, where local property tax revenue covers a much larger share of school funding. Unlike most other states, California ’s State Constitution limits local property tax rates.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3736

The 2018-19 Budget: Overview of the Governor's Budget [Publication Details]

Jan 12, 2018 - This publication is our office’s initial response to the Governor’s 2018-19 budget. In the proposed plan, the Governor places a high priority on building reserves, proposing a total reserve balance of nearly $16 billion. We believe the Governor’s continued focus on building more reserves is prudent in light of economic and federal budget uncertainty.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3731

The 2018-19 Budget: Overview of the Governor's Budget

Jan 12, 2018 - Other Key Budget Proposals Over $200   Million in Business Tax Credits. The Governor proposes extending the California Competes tax credit program —which provides tax subsidies to select businesses that agree to expand employment or investment in the state —for five more years.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3731

State and local government taxes and fees. [Ballot]

Jan 11, 2018 - The largest local government tax is the property tax, followed by local sales taxes, utility taxes, hotel taxes, and other taxes. In addition to these taxes, local governments levy a variety of fees and other charges.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2017-050

Environmental hazards in homes and public facilities. [Ballot]

Jan 11, 2018 - The measure could have several effects on property values and, in turn, local government property tax revenues. Some effects would be positive. For example, the use of bond funds to reduce hazards in homes likely would increase those homes ’ values.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2017-049

Local government taxes and fees. [Ballot]

Jan 11, 2018 - Background Local Taxes and Fees. The largest local government tax is the property tax, followed by local sales taxes, utility taxes, hotel taxes, and other taxes. In addition to these taxes, local governments levy a variety of fees and other charges.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2017-051

Proposition 98 Property Tax Revenue Estimates Under Governor's Budget [EdBudget]

Jan 10, 2018 - Proposition 98 Property Tax Revenue Estimates Under Governor's Budget [EdBudget] 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/Education/EdBudget/Details/108

The Potential Effects of Ending the SSI Cash-Out

Jan 8, 2018 - Shelter costs include rent, mortgage payments, taxes and insurance on the home, and utilities. The maximum shelter deduction in federal fiscal year 2017 ‑ 18 i s $535 unless there is an eligible elderly and/or disabled household member —there is no cap on deductible shelter costs for these households.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3729

Health insurer financial reserves. [Ballot]

Jan 5, 2018 - As part of the MCO tax legislation, the net income from healt h coverage of insurers subject to the MCO tax was made exempt from the corporate income tax. The provisions of the MCO tax legislation, including exemptions from the corporate inco me tax, are set to expire in July 2019.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2017-048