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
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5113

The 2026-27 Budget: Judicial Branch [Publication Details]

Feb 11, 2026 - This brief provides an overview of the proposed funding for the judicial branch in 2026-27. It also analyzes the Governor’s budget proposals related to court construction and facility modification projects.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5113

The 2026-27 Budget: Department of Justice

Feb 11, 2026 - Supreme Court issued a decision in the New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen case that found laws requiring people provide “good cause ” to carry a concealed weapon to be unconstitutional.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5118

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

Feb 23, 2026 - In  addition, as the Receiver becomes more familiar with CDCR operations and the mental health delivery system, the Receiver could identify new deficiencies and implement significant changes to address those.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5137

Addressing Chronic Vacancies in Prison Mental Health Care

Feb 23, 2026 - This would open up a potentially large pool of new applicants who are interested in working for CDCR but would prefer not to move from their current location. Additionally, these applicants could be particularly motivated to apply given that CDCR pays more than many other out ‑of ‑state jurisdictions.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5134