Drug and theft crimes. [Ballot]

Oct 11, 2023 - After agreeing not to contest the charges against th em, such people would generally be referred to treatment based on an evaluation of their substance use and mental health treatment needs. Those who successfully complete treatment would have their charges dismissed.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2023-017

The 2023-24 Budget: Health Workforce Budget Solutions

Feb 21, 2023 - In particular, the Legislature could prioritize areas where there is a clear probl em definition of the workforce issue, there is a particularly acute need, and where proposed solutions have a proven track record.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4691

California labor law violations. [Ballot]

Nov 23, 2021 - When an employee files a claim with the Labor Commissioner, staff hold an informal conference with the em ployee and employer to resolve the dispute. If it cannot be resolved informally, a formal administrative hearing is held and a final determination is made.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2021-027

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

Emergency medical personnel. (Amendment No. 1) [Ballot]

Dec 14, 2017 - Background Emergency Medical Services in California Counties Administer Local Emergency Medical Services (EMS). In California, counties are responsible for developing and coordinating local EMS systems through EMS agencies.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2017-043

Ending California’s “top two” primary. [Ballot]

Oct 10, 2017 - California has two syst ems of primary elections, described below. “Top Two ” Primary. In June 2010, California voters approved Proposition  14 establishing a top two primary system for state elected offices, Members of the U.S.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2017-020

Savings Plus Program: An Optional Retirement Benefit for State Employees

Mar 14, 2017 - Savings Plus Program: An Optional Retirement Benefit for State Employees Executive Summary In addition to retirement benefits that are at least partially paid by the state —including pension, retiree health, Social Security, and Medicare benefits —the Savings Plus Program (SPP) provides state em ployees a low‑cost investment vehicle to save money on their own for their retirement.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3616

High-speed rail (Amendment #1). [Ballot]

Jan 8, 2016 - Additionally, the state would likely lose the remaining federal funds that it has received to construct a high-speed rail syst em, and could be required to repay the federal funds that have already been spent.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2015-109

Improving California’s Criminal Fine and Fee System

Jan 5, 2016 - DUI = Driving Under Influence of alcohol/drugs; EMS = Emergency Medical Services; and EMAT = Emergency Medical Air Transportation. Distribution of Debt Not Paid in Full. Further complicating the distribution of fine and fee revenue, state law specifies the order in which payments that are less than the full amount owed are used to satisfy the fines and fees individuals are charged.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3322

Expansion of Office of Law Enforcement Support

May 6, 2015 - In addition, the California Health and Human Services Agency (CHHS) recently conducted a review of OPS within DSH and found similar probl ems, including an inability to recruit and retain qualified staff; inconsistent and outdated policies and procedures; and a lack of independent oversight, review, and analysis of i nvestigations.
https://lao.ca.gov/Recommendations/Details/843