The 2026-27 Budget: K-12 Proposals

Feb 19, 2026 - Although categorical programs are typically created to support activities that the state determines to be a high priority, they have some key drawbacks in comparison to LCFF: Less Flexibility. Categorical programs typically come with new spending requirements that limit an LEA ’s flexibility in deciding how to best use its funding.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5131

The 2026-27 Budget: Proposition 98 Guarantee and K-12 Spending Plan

Feb 4, 2026 - Under the Governor ’s proposal, by comparison, the guarantee could decrease as much as $5.6  billion, and the state could respond by making a smaller settle ‑up payment. In other words, the Governor ’s proposal likely provides a larger buffer than necessary if the state ’s goal is to avoid inadvertently exceeding the guarantee in  2025 ‑26.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5110

The 2026-27 Budget: Child Care and State Preschool [Publication Details]

Mar 19, 2026 - The 2026-27 Budget: Child Care and State Preschool [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5168

The 2026-27 Budget: Child Care and State Preschool

Mar 19, 2026 - State Has Statutory COLA for Child Care and State Preschool Providers. The state provides a statutorily required annual COLA —the same rate provided to K ‑12 education programs —to child care providers funded on the SRR (mainly General Child Care and State Preschool providers).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5168

The 2026-27 Budget: K-12 Proposals [Publication Details]

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The 2026-27 Budget: Re-Envisioning State Education Governance

Mar 18, 2026 - Provide Information and Training. Inform and train districts on the requirements for education programs and provide technical assistance to districts with poor student outcomes in certain areas. Facilitate Certain Statewide Initiatives.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5165

The 2026-27 Budget: Re-Envisioning State Education Governance [Publication Details]

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The 2026-27 Budget: Computer Science Supplementary Authorization [Publication Details]

Mar 6, 2026 - The 2026-27 Budget: Computer Science Supplementary Authorization [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5153

The 2026-27 Budget: Computer Science Supplementary Authorization

Mar 6, 2026 - The program provides school districts with grants of up to $2,500 per participating teacher, with a dollar-for-dollar match requirement. These funds may be used to cover the costs of coursework and instructional materials necessary for completing the authorizations.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5153

Overview of Proposition 28 Arts Funding for Schools [Publication Details]

Feb 12, 2026 - Overview of Proposition 28 Arts Funding for Schools [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
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