The 2026-27 Budget: California Highway Patrol Proposals

Mar 6, 2026 - Moreover, this approach is not without precedent. For example, previous budgets provided funding to CHP for similar purposes in 2017-18, 2022-23, and 2023-24. CHPERS Project Is Already Underway, Meets Public Safety and Radio Communications Needs.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5152

The 2023-24 Budget: Proposed Fund Shift for CHP and DMV Capital Projects

Feb 27, 2023 - However, under current projections, the MVA cannot support its existing commitments in the out ‑years without corrective actions to improve its condition. Adding additional commitments to the fund —such as the $25  million in annual debt service for current proposed projects and additional debt service for forthcoming projects —would accelerate the fund ’s
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4710

The 2025-26 Budget: Transportation Proposals

Feb 12, 2025 - Solves Shortfall in 2025 ‑26 Without Impacting MVA ‑Supported Activities. Based on the administration ’s estimated expenditures, the proposed fund transfers would provide sufficient resources to keep MVA balanced in 2025 ‑26 without needing to make changes to service levels for MVA ‑supported programs or increasing fees.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4961

DMV Shift to Online Services Due to COVID-19

Oct 16, 2020 - The department plans to continue adding more transactions to the VFO in the next several months. California is among many states that are trying to leverage online services due to COVID‑19. At least 31 states and the District of Columbia have rolled out different policies and programs aimed at encouraging greater use of online services and expanding the number of services offered online.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4283

The 2024-25 Budget: Transportation Budget Solutions

Feb 23, 2024 - We  recommend the Legislature adopt the Governor ’s proposed $2.8  billion in cash flow adjustments as they will help address the General Fund condition without programmatic impacts. While postponing providing these funds will create cost pressures in future budget cycles, the state has already committed these amounts for specific projects and, as such, has limited flexibility around making reductions without creating significant disruptions.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4854

The 2024-25 Budget: Establishing the Office of the Inspector General for the High-Speed Rail Authority

Feb 8, 2024 - The statute also prohibits the Governor from removing the IG without good cause. IG ’s Selection of Staff. The statute requires the IG to select, appoint, and employ officers and employees necessary to carry out the functions of OIG.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4833

The 2023-24 Budget: Proposed Reauthorization of AB 8 Vehicle Fees

Feb 24, 2023 - The Legislature could require the program to further prioritize these communities, such as by adding a focus on multiunit dwellings, given that existing chargers are more heavily located in affluent areas.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4708

The 2019-20 Budget: Overview of the Governor's Budget

Jan 14, 2019 - The federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act sought to reduce the number of people without health insurance coverage in part by imposing a financial penalty on those without health insurance (known as the “individual mandate ”).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3916

The 2025-26 Budget: Overview of the Governor's Budget

Jan 13, 2025 - Instead, the gains appear largely tied to the booming stock market, a situation which can change rapidly and without warning. The  administration appears to share some of these concerns, noting recent job losses among high ‑wage workers and the risks posed by the inherent volatility of tax receipts tied to stock market gains.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4951

The 2020-21 Budget: Transportation

Feb 10, 2020 - Recommendation Approve Funding for TSN Replacement With Added Budget Bill Language. The replacement of the current TSN is necessary for the department to comply with federal law and to remain eligible for federal highway funding.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4149