The 2026-27 Budget: Proposition 4 Spending Plan

Feb 10, 2026 - Remaining funding will support state ‑led activities, such as deferred maintenance and wildfire resilience activities at state parks and projects at the Salton Sea. In addition, some key provisions apply to all programs and projects: At least 40  percent of total funds must go to projects that benefit vulnerable populations or disadvantaged communities and at least 10  percent of total funds must go to projects that benefit severely disadvantaged  communities.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5115

The Bay-Delta Plan and Voluntary Agreements: Ensuring Effective Legislative Oversight

Mar 18, 2026 - Multiple different stressors have led to the declining health of the Bay ‑Delta watershed, including physical modifications during the state ’s early gold mining history and more recent impacts from climate change.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5163