The 2011 Realignment of Adult Felony Populations: Results and Key Takeaways

Jun 30, 2026 - Ultimately, though, both realignments relied on tax and fee increases to fund realignment costs, as explained below. In 1991, the State Provided Counties With New Tax Revenues for Realignment Costs. To  pay for counties ’ increased costs for carrying out program responsibilities, the state dedicated two revenue sources to 1991
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5191

The 2011 Realignment of Adult Felony Populations: Results and Key Takeaways [Publication Details]

Jun 30, 2026 - The state also shifted a portion of tax revenues to counties to cover the additional costs. These changes were part of a larger shift of responsibilities known as the 2011 realignment. Pursuant to Chapter 96 of 2023 (AB 1080, Ta), this report provides information on how various aspects of the realignment of adult felony populations have been implemented and evaluates the results.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5191

The 2026-27 Budget: Judicial Branch

Feb 11, 2026 - In addition, it proposes $47.6  million one ‑time General Fund for the continuation of the following construction projects: $18.1  million reappropriation of funds for the performance criteria phase of the New Fresno Courthouse project, which had been delayed due to an extended site selection process. $14.1  million for the construction phase of projects to build out two courtrooms to accommodate
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5113

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

Feb 23, 2026 - For example, the California Department of Health Care Access and Information in 2022 estimated that there would be a shortage of psychiatrists and behavioral health providers in all 58 California counties by 2025, with 27 prisons located in counties experiencing high or severe shortages.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5137