Prisons vs. Universities Proposal Would Unwisely Lock Up Budget Flexibility [Publication Details]

Jan 26, 2010 - Prisons vs. Universities Proposal Would Unwisely Lock Up Budget Flexibility [Publication Details] Prisons vs. Universities Proposal Would Unwisely Lock Up Budget Flexibility Format: HTML Description: In his January budget, the Governor proposed a state constitutional amendment that would require reductions in spending on state corrections, with corresponding increases in spending for public universities.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2186

The 2026-27 Budget: Higher Education Overview

Feb 5, 2026 - Among the Governor’s one‑time proposals, we think the proposal to first retire the CCC payment deferral is prudent, as it leaves community colleges in a better position to weather a fiscal downturn. We think the Governor’s one‑time proposals for deferred maintenance projects and a student support block grant also are reasonable.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5112

An Analysis of University Cash Management Issues

Nov 10, 2020 - The next three paragraphs describe new actions the universities are taking or considering to help them weather their emerging cash challenges. Campuses Indicate They Might Begin Relying on Internal Borrowing.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4293

The 2026-27 Budget: California Community Colleges

Mar 5, 2026 - The administration typically updates its apportionments cost estimates at the May Revision to reflect more recent data from districts. Any updates would in turn affect the amount of the current ‑year funding increase proposed for apportionments.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5150

Update on Student Housing Assistance

May 7, 2024 - Implementation Updates In this section, we provide an implementation update on the student housing assistance provided through the rapid rehousing and basic needs programs at UC, CSU, and CCC. For each segment, we review the available information on campus funding allocations, use of funds, program participation, and student outcomes.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4898

Assessment of the Strong Workforce Program

Dec 10, 2025 - As of this writing, five consortia have updated their plan within the past year, while the other three most recently updated their plan between one and two years ago. Although the plans vary in content, they generally cover most of the key components required under statute.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5098

The 2021-22 Budget: Overview of the Governor's Budget

Jan 10, 2021 - To receive this additional funding, school districts must (1)  develop or update a school reopening plan consistent with updated guidance from the California Department of Public Health, including a plan for asymptomatic testing of all students and staff potentially as often as every week, and (2)  approve collective bargaining agreements to implement the new school reopening plan by February 1.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4309

The 2022-23 Budget: Overview of the Governor's Budget

Jan 13, 2022 - Based on the reserve balance and one ‑time cushion, we think the state likely could weather a relatively mild recession without resorting to significant cuts or payment deferrals for school and community college programs.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4492

The 2026-27 Budget: California Student Aid Commission [Publication Details]

Feb 17, 2026 - In this brief, we provide an update on Cal Grant cost estimates and discuss recent program trends leading to higher Cal Grant spending. We then analyze the Governor’s budget proposal to reduce Middle Class Scholarship award coverage and provide associated recommendations.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5127

The 2026-27 Budget: California Student Aid Commission

Feb 17, 2026 - In this brief, we provide an update on Cal Grant cost estimates and discuss recent program trends leading to higher Cal Grant spending. We then analyze the Governor’s budget proposal to reduce Middle Class Scholarship award coverage and provide associated recommendations.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5127