Addressing Chronic Vacancies in Prison Mental Health Care

Feb 23, 2026 - Ask Court to Allow Tele ‑Mental Health Providers to Work From Out ‑of ‑State. We recommend the Legislature direct CDCR to request that the Coleman court remove the requirement that tele ‑mental health staff work in California.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5134

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

Feb 23, 2026 - For example, people working remotely likely do not face the same level of safety concerns, can have more privacy, and do not need to work in dilapidated facilities that may lack air conditioning. Increase Pool of Providers.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5137

The 2026-27 Budget: Judicial Branch

Feb 11, 2026 - The remaining $6.3  million would be used for the preliminary plans and working drawings phase of a project to renovate the existing Chatsworth Courthouse to build out six  courtrooms. Additional Funding for the Orange Central Justice Center (CJC).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5113