The 2026-27 Budget: Permanent Business Credit Limitation [EconTax Blog]

May 18, 2026 - These credits are generally intended to encourage behavior that generates economic or social benefits beyond those accruing to the taxpayer, such as research and development (R &D), low-income housing, and job creation.
https://lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/Article/Detail/860

The 2026-27 Budget: Permanent Business Credit Limitation [EconTax Blog]

May 18, 2026 - These credits are generally intended to encourage behavior that generates economic or social benefits beyond those accruing to the taxpayer, such as research and development (R &D), low-income housing, and job creation.
https://lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/article/Detail/860

The 2026-27 Budget: Initial Comments on the Governor's May Revision

May 18, 2026 - We understand this proposal is intended, in part, to acknowledge revenue risks and avoid unintentionally spending more than the minimum requirement if revenues decline and the requirement drops. May Revision Would Bring Total Borrowing Close to $30   Billion.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5187

The 2026-27 Budget: Sales Tax on Prewritten Software [EconTax Blog]

May 16, 2026 - The state further aligned the sales tax with consumption by excluding sales for resale —including raw materials and component parts —from the tax base. Over time, however, the economic importance of tangible goods has declined, outpaced by growth in services and digital products.
https://lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/Article/Detail/859

The 2026-27 Budget: Sales Tax on Prewritten Software [EconTax Blog]

May 16, 2026 - The state further aligned the sales tax with consumption by excluding sales for resale —including raw materials and component parts —from the tax base. Over time, however, the economic importance of tangible goods has declined, outpaced by growth in services and digital products.
https://lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/article/Detail/859

The 2026-27 Budget: Nonresident Tuition Rates at UC

May 12, 2026 - Another reason this might be the case is student demand for selective universities is already so strong and admit rates so low, with many families willing to pay a higher rate to gain a coveted spot at one of UC ’s high ‑demand campuses.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5183

California New Car Registrations: March 2026 [EconTax Blog]

May 8, 2026 - California New Car Registrations: March 2026 [EconTax Blog] California New Car Registrations: March 2026 May 8, 2026 Seth Kerstein As discussed in an earlier post , new car purchases can be a useful, timely economic indicator.
https://lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/Article/Detail/857

California New Car Registrations: March 2026 [EconTax Blog]

May 8, 2026 - California New Car Registrations: March 2026 [EconTax Blog] California New Car Registrations: March 2026 May 8, 2026 Seth Kerstein As discussed in an earlier post , new car purchases can be a useful, timely economic indicator.
https://lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/article/Detail/857

The Rise of Remote Work: Effects on California's Labor Market

May 6, 2026 - Likelihood of Working in These Jobs Varies by Educational Background. Rates of work in these jobs vary most dramatically by educational background. Workers with a bachelor ’s degree but no postgraduate degree are 14 times as likely to work in these jobs as workers without a high school diploma, and four and a
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5182

How Will the Changing Landscape Affect California’s Health Care System? [Publication Details]

May 4, 2026 - In this report, we analyze how the changing fiscal and policy landscape will affect California’s health care system, including health coverage, hospitals, clinics, private health insurance, and county programs. We also provide key issues to consider regarding these effects.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5180