Addressing Chronic Vacancies in Prison Mental Health Care

Feb 23, 2026 - According to 2023 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, California is the highest paying state for psychologists with the average hourly wage at $64 per hour, whereas psychologists nationwide earned a median of $53 per hour (21  percent less).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5134

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

Feb 23, 2026 - Staff have cited concerns about safety, air conditioning and heat, lack of privacy, and dilapidated or limited offices and treatment space, as well as a rigorous work schedule with few flexibilities.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5137

The 2026-27 Budget: Estimated State Savings From Proposition 47

Feb 23, 2026 - DOF then modifies these estimates based on updated data as part of the May Revision. Some Provisions in Proposition  36 (2024) Reduce the State Savings Attributable to Proposition  47. Proposition  36, approved by the voters in November 2024, increased punishment for various drug and theft crimes.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5108

The 2026-27 Budget: Department of Justice

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https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5118