The 2018-19 Budget: Child Care Programs—Analysis of Governor’s Hold Harmless Rate Proposal

Mar 19, 2018 - By extending the hold harmless provisions, the Governor ’s proposal perpetuates inequities in access and reimbursement rates across the state. Recommendation Reject Governor ’s Hold Harmless Extension.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3787

Proposes vote on California becoming an independent country. [Ballot]

Apr 5, 2018 - Supreme Court ruled in Texas v. White that the initial act admitting a state to the Union “was final. ” “There was no place for reconsideration, or revocation, ” the court said, “except through revolution, or through consent of the states. ” Initiative Power.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2018-001

^[PDF] Proposes vote on California becoming an independent country.

Supreme Court ruled in Texas v. White that the initial act admitting a state to the Union “was final.” “There was no place for reconsideration, or revocation,” the court said, “except through revolution, or through consent of the states.”
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2018/180115.pdf

The 2026-27 Budget: Higher Education Overview

Feb 5, 2026 - Recommend Holding Enrollment Flat at Universities in 2027 ‑28. Given the sizeable projected deficit in 2027 ‑28, we recommend holding enrollment expectations flat for UC and CSU that year. Setting higher enrollment targets for the segments without providing them funding comes with downsides.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5112

California’s relationship with the United States of America. [Ballot]

Sep 30, 2025 - Supreme Court ruled in Texas v. White that the initial act admitting a state to the Union “was final. ” The court said: “There was no place for reconsideration, or revocation, except through revolution, or through consent of the states. ” Initiatives and Constitutional Revisions.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-010

Proposition 50 [Ballot]

Nov 4, 2025 - In August 2025, however, the Texas Legislature passed a bill to adopt new maps for the 2026 elections without a court order. Several other states also are considering changes to their maps before the 2026 elections.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Proposition?number=50&year=2025

The 2026-27 Budget: Proposition 4 Spending Plan

Feb 10, 2026 - Much of the funding is to be awarded through competitive grants to eligible applicants includi ng local agencies, nonprofit organizations, tribes, and utilities. Remaining funding will support state ‑led activities, such as deferred maintenance and wildfire resilience activities at state parks and projects at the Salton Sea.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5115

The Bay-Delta Plan and Voluntary Agreements: Ensuring Effective Legislative Oversight

Mar 18, 2026 - SWRCB must notify the public of proposed changes, hold public hearings, and consider and respond to written comments. The board also may hold workshops or informal meetings to gather input. Additionally, state policy (via executive orders and CEQA) directs agencies —including SWRCB —to consult with native tribes when decisions, such as updates to the Bay ‑Delta Plan, may affect tribal interests.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5163

^[PDF] Public Assistance in California: Facts and Figures

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The 2026-27 Budget: Re-Envisioning State Education Governance

Mar 18, 2026 - The change would also allow for policymakers and the public to hold the Governor accountable for educational outcomes. A Few Issues Merit Greater Attention, Including Oversight, Fiscal Implementation, and the SPI ’s Role.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5165