The 2026-27 Budget: Medi-Cal Analysis

Mar 2, 2026 - That said, given the magnitude of the fiscal challenges facing the state, we also recommend the Legislature begin weighing the merits and trade ‑offs of pursuing a larger health plan tax. In considering these trade ‑offs, the Legislature likely will want to weigh the additional revenue generated against the higher cost to commercial health plans and their consumers.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5146

The 2026-27 Budget: Department of Developmental Services

Mar 13, 2026 - While the Legislature does have some discretion over rates, any significant reductions in this area would likely give rise to policy trade ‑offs, such as reducing consumers ’ access to services for which they are eligible.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5157