Improving In-Prison Rehabilitation Programs

Dec 6, 2017 - These evaluations would allow the state to assess ( 1)  t he cost ‑effectiveness of its rehabilitation programs, ( 2)  w hich programs are most effective at reducing recidivism, ( 3)  w hether further expansion of such programs is appropriate, ( 4)  w hether existing programs need to be modified to improve their impact on inmate outcomes, and (
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3720

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 2020-21 Budget: Criminal Justice Proposals

Feb 18, 2020 - For example, CDCR and CSU would need to collaborate to determine: ( 1)  w hich majors would be offered, ( 2)  w hich inmates would be eligible for enrollment, ( 3)  w hat specific courses and services (such as tutoring, academic counseling, and career advising) would be offered to ensure inmates can successfully complete bachelor ’s degrees, ( 4)
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4164

MOU Fiscal Analysis: Bargaining Unit 6 (Corrections)

Sep 7, 2023 - In the case of retiree health benefits, the state pays a percentage of pay towards normal cost (specified in labor agreements and matched by employees) to prefund the benefit and it pays the unfunded liability on a “pay-as-you-go ” basis where it pays out the claims cost for existing retirees.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4800

The 2017-18 Budget: Department of Justice

Jan 31, 2017 - Additionally, this section works w ith other government agencies and stakeholders to reduce tobacco sales to minors. The Tobacco Litigation and Enforcement Section is estimated to receive $3.2  million —$2.9  million General Fund and $0.3  million special fund —to support approximately ten authorized positions in 2016 ‑17.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3543

The 2018-19 Budget: Criminal Justice Proposals

Feb 27, 2018 - Specifically, we find that the proposal ( 1)  i s not evidence based; ( 2)  w ould not target high ‑risk, high ‑need individuals; ( 3)  w ould be unlikely to lead to employment for participants; ( 4)  w ould likely not be cost ‑effective; and ( 5)  i ncludes resources that are not fully justified.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3762

The 2026-27 Budget: California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

Feb 23, 2026 - W hile the Receiver has the authority to ask the court to overrule such legislative actions, the Coleman court has directed the Receiver to work in a manner consistent with California state laws, regulations, and contracts.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5137

2016 Data on Crime in California

Oct 17, 2017 - Today ’s crime rates remain well below historical levels. As shown in Figure  2, California has experienced a significant decline in the property crime rate since 1980 and in the violent crime rate since 1992.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3708

The 2012–13 Budget: Refocusing CDCR After The 2011 Realignment [Publication Details]

Feb 23, 2012 - The report provides recommendations on how to better match CDCR facilities and programs with the remaining inmate population following the realignment. Reports by Policy Area
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2575

The 2022-23 Budget: Governor's Proposals for CDCR Operations

Feb 8, 2022 - To the extent that the department is unable to expand ISUDTP as envisioned by the Governor, the department w ould not utilize all of the proposed $126.6  million in 2022 ‑23 for the program. Under the proposed budget, CDCR would have discretion on how to reallocate any unused ISUDTP funds, which could include funding programs and services outside of ISUDTP.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4517