The Rise of Remote Work: Effects on California's Labor Market

May 6, 2026 - For many workers and employers, the pandemic necessitated the rapid adoption of video meetings, chat channels, cloud storage, online project coordination, and e ‑signatures. In just weeks, jobs that involved analyzing, overseeing, or managing digital information no longer needed to happen in a specific location.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5182

The 2026-27 Budget: California Competes Extension

Mar 18, 2026 - Figure  3 shows how credits have been allocated across sectors over the last five years. Of the $1.2  billion in awards made between 2021 and 2025, around $650  million, or over half, has been allocated to businesses in advanced manufacturing.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5162