The 2026-27 Budget: Permitting Support at the State Water Resources Control Board

Mar 2, 2026 - Also requires a Section 401 certification. Water and transportation infrastructure (levees, highways), mining, and development fill. CWA Section 401 certification (dredge/fill certification) State and Regional Water Boards For WOTUS, issued in conjunction with Section 404 permits to ensure projects also comply with state water quality standards.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5144

How Have Past Stock Market Downturns Affected Income Tax Revenue? [EconTax Blog]

Mar 9, 2026 - The Nasdaq composite, which includes the California headquartered companies Nvidia, Google, Facebook, Apple, AMD, and Broadcom, has doubled since 2023. The meteoric rise in the value of these companies has led to sizable gains for their investors and their employees via stock options, which has led income tax collections to grow at double-digit rates.  
https://lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/Article/Detail/852

How Have Past Stock Market Downturns Affected Income Tax Revenue? [EconTax Blog]

Mar 9, 2026 - The Nasdaq composite, which includes the California headquartered companies Nvidia, Google, Facebook, Apple, AMD, and Broadcom, has doubled since 2023. The meteoric rise in the value of these companies has led to sizable gains for their investors and their employees via stock options, which has led income tax collections to grow at double-digit rates.  
https://lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/article/Detail/852

MOU Fiscal Analysis: Bargaining Unit 6 (Corrections)

Sep 7, 2023 - Creation of Employer Funded Contributions to 401(k). Effective with the November 2024 pay period, the agreement would provide that the state make a one-time contribution of $475 to a Savings Plus 401(k) plan on behalf of all permanent full-time employees who are active as of November 1, 2024.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4800

The 2025-26 Budget: Department of Financial Protection and Innovation

Apr 3, 2025 - Chapter  781 of 2023 (SB  401, Lim ón) requires DFPI to regulate digital financial asset transaction kiosks. DFPI is expected to begin licensing under this program on July 1, 2026. Majority of Funding for DFPI Comes from Financial Protection Fund.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5025

The 2023-24 Budget: Proposed Reauthorization of AB 8 Vehicle Fees

Feb 24, 2023 - AB 8 = Chapter 401 of 2013 (AB 8, Perea); AQIP = Air Quality Improvement Program; CTP = Clean Transportation Program; and EFMP = Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program. Governor’s Proposal Proposes Reauthorization of Vehicle Fees Set to Expire.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4708

The 2023-24 Budget: Overview of the Spending Plan (Final Version)

Oct 16, 2023 - The  spending plan includes $401   million in one ‑time funding in 2023 ‑24 ($374   million from the General Fund and $27   million from bond funds) for flood management and response activities, along with intent to provide an additional $35   million General Fund in 2024 ‑25.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4788

A Review of Child Care and Preschool Program Flexibilities in Certain Counties

May 13, 2021 - The Legislature enacted Chapter  691 of 2003 (AB  1326, Simitian) and Chapter  725 of 2005 (SB  401, Migden), which provided direct contract child care and preschool providers in San Mateo and San Francisco Counties flexibility from certain state laws.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4431

The 2022-23 Budget: Educator Workforce Proposals

Feb 23, 2022 - There are two grant types: (1) planning grants of up to $50,000 and (2) residency grants of up to $20,000 per resident in the new or expanded program. 401 Classified School Employee Teacher Credentialing Program 2016 ‑17, 2017 ‑18, and 2021 ‑22 Provides financial assistance to classified school employees, such as instructional aides, to pursue teaching credentials.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4556

The 2022-23 Budget: Office of Planning and Research Budget Proposals

Feb 9, 2022 - To increase awareness about the program and to recruit volunteers, California Volunteers would develop a robust marketing campaign using social media platforms, such as Facebook and Ring Neighborhoods, and provide communications support to neighborhood leaders. $1.5   Million for Digital Infrastructure.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4523