Expanding Access to Safe and Affordable Drinking Water in California—A Status Update

Nov 10, 2020 - In particular, oversight issues the Legislature may want to monitor include ( 1)  h ow well the SAFER program is meeting its objectives based on its adopted performance metrics; ( 2)  w hether the state might need to collect additional information to assess the program ’s performance, including regarding how effectively the program is addressing the existing disproportionate
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4294

Assessing Early Implementation of Urban Water Use Efficiency Requirements

Jan 4, 2024 - DWR also was required to collect and provide data to suppliers about residential landscape area measurements so they would know h ow much land in their service area is “irrigable. ” The first statutory reporting deadline for suppliers was January 1, 2024.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4823

The 2020-21 Budget: Governor's Wildfire-Related Proposals

Feb 21, 2020 - We recommend that the Legislature adopt budget trailer legislation to provide clear legislative direction for completion of the strategic wildfire plan, including ( 1)  w hich entity is responsible for the plan; ( 2)  t he specific content to be included in the plan; ( 3)  t he timing of the final and any interim reports; and ( 4)  h ow various entities should be involved in the development of the plan, including state agencies, local representatives, and academic researchers.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4172

Improving California's Forest and Watershed Management

Apr 4, 2018 - This report consists of five sections. First, we review the importance of and benefits provided by California’s forests. Second, we provide information regarding how forests are managed in California, including ownership, state and federal policies and programs, and funding.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3798

Preparing for Rising Seas: How the State Can Help Support Local Coastal Adaptation Efforts

Dec 10, 2019 - This report responds to increasing legislative interest in determining how the state can best prepare for the impacts of climate change, including sea‑level rise (SLR). Also see this Summary Fact Sheet for the report
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4121