The 2026-27 Budget: Higher Education Overview

Feb 5, 2026 - For all these reasons, the Legislature might deem MCS budget solutions less disruptive than other options that would affect more targeted, needs ‑based programs. Other Recommend Using One‑Time CCC Funding to Build Fiscal Resiliency.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5112

The 2026-27 Budget: California State University

Feb 24, 2026 - This option makes the state ’s structural deficit more manageable to address, increases the chances that core programs could be sustained moving forward, and reduces pressure for a more significant reduction in future years.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5142

The 2026-27 Budget: California Student Aid Commission

Feb 17, 2026 - If the state ’s cash position weakens, which has happened during previous fiscal downturns, the state could find that internal borrowing is no longer an option. In this situation, the state might decide to turn to external borrowing.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5127