The 2026-27 Budget: CDTFA’s Cannabis and Tobacco Programs

Feb 23, 2026 - Under the Governor ’s budget proposal for the Cannabis Tax Program, this appropriation would increase to match current program spending. Administration Has Been Spending General Fund on Cannabis Tax Enforcement.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5132

The 2026-27 Budget: California Competes Extension

Mar 18, 2026 - Agreements last for five years, by which time all employment and investment milestones must be achieved to claim the full credit amount. In addition, these milestones must be maintained for a further three years.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5162

The 2026-27 Budget: State Mandate—Disclosure Requirements and Deferral of Property Taxation

Feb 19, 2026 - LAO Comments Repeal Ongoing Aspect of Mandate by Eliminating Printing Requirement … We recommend the Legislature remove the disclosure requirement in Chapter  712, which would have the effect of repealing the mandate (and mandate costs) going forward.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5130