Considering Medi-Cal in the Midst of a Changing Fiscal and Policy Landscape

Oct 24, 2025 - They depend in part on forthcoming federal guidance and state implementation decisions that are currently unknown. …and Their Timing Remains Uncertain. In  addition, the time line for some key changes remains uncertain.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5083

The 2026-27 Budget: Medi-Cal Fiscal Outlook

Nov 19, 2025 - That said, baseline cost increases, coupled with new costs associated with H.R. 1, probably will exceed these savings from state budget solutions. Timing and Size of Effects Is Uncertain. Though increased net spending is probable, the size and timing of the increase are highly uncertain.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5092

How Will the Changing Landscape Affect California’s Health Care System?

May 4, 2026 - Effects on Health Coverage H.R. 1 Includes Two Key Changes Affecting Medicaid Eligibility for Childless Adults. As part of H.R. 1, childless adults face two key eligibility changes, both effective January 2027: Work Requirements.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5180

The 2026-27 Budget: Department of Developmental Services

Mar 13, 2026 - Early Start ’s caseload of infants and toddlers has also recently increased, likely in part due to better identification of eligible families. For example, Medi ‑Cal has increased access to diagnostic screenings over time.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5157

The 2026-27 Budget: Medi-Cal Analysis

Mar 2, 2026 - This assumed timing reflects state law and federal approval prior to H.R. 1. …With a Much Smaller Tax Beginning in 2027. The Governor ’s budget assumes there will still be a health plan tax in 2027, but at a much smaller revenue level than before.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5146

Building California’s Behavioral Health Infrastructure: Progress Update and Opportunities for the Proposition 1 Bond

Feb 5, 2025 - Oversight of BHCIP Needed to Maximize Success of Proposition  1 Bond. Proposition  1 adds another $4.4  billion to the BHCIP program, or about three times the amount of funding provided to BHCIP so far.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4954

Overview of Proposition 1 and Assessment of Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program [Publication Details]

Apr 7, 2025 - Overview of Proposition 1 and Assessment of Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5027

The 2024-25 Budget: Department of Developmental Services

Feb 13, 2024 - The 2022 ‑23 budget accelerated the implementation time line from five to four years by eliminating the step planned for Year 4 under the original time line. The accelerated time line included the following steps: Year 1 (2021 ‑22) to Year 3 (2023 ‑24).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4837

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

Considering Medi-Cal in the Midst of a Changing Fiscal and Policy Landscape [Publication Details]

Oct 24, 2025 - We describe the changing fiscal and policy landscape for Medi-Cal resulting from Congressional enactment of H.R. 1 and the key issues facing the Legislature.  See our companion infographic
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5083