California's Transportation System

Jun 7, 2018 - For the purposes of this primer, mass transportation includes what are commonly referred to as “transit ” services (such as city buses, subways, and ferries) as well as intercity rail and commercial aviation.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3860

Assessing California’s Climate Policies—Implications for State Transportation Funding and Programs

Dec 13, 2023 - However, given that statewide transportation needs are unlikely to decrease over time, this option likely would have negative impacts on the co ndition and performance of the state ’s transportation system.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4821

Climate Change Impacts Across California - Crosscutting Issues

Apr 5, 2022 - One key question will be what role state programs and policies can and should play in adapting to climate change, including how they interact with local adaptation activities, and how they should be funded.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4575

The 2021-22 Budget: Initial Comments on the Governor’s May Revision

May 17, 2021 - Notably, however, the administration ’s multiyear estimates include a negative SFEU balance of $6  billion in 2022 ‑23. Despite Sizeable Surplus, Governor Maintains Borrowing and Reserve Withdrawals.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4432

The 2023-24 Budget: Proposed Budget Solutions in Transportation Programs

Feb 13, 2023 - What is the current demand for the funds? How likely is it that delaying or not conducting the activity could lead to negative long ‑term outcomes? What Other Resources Might Be Available? Are other funding sources available to help accomplish the activities at some level, either from previous budget appropriations, special funds, or federal funds?
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4676

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

Feb 24, 2023 - Moreover, although A B  8 fees are modest, they represent a direct cost to vehicle owners —including to lower ‑income households, which are more likely to be negatively affected by higher registration prices.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4708

Federal Stimulus Funds for Transit

Apr 15, 2020 - Each of these revenue sources are likely to be negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has necessitated many people traveling less than they otherwise would. The pandemic has resulted in decreased transit ridership and fare revenues.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4220

The 2022-23 Budget: Overview of the Governor's Budget

Jan 13, 2022 - In contrast, by planning to have a negative balance in the SFEU, the administration assumes that next year revenues will be higher than anticipated, costs will be lower than anticipated, taxes will be increased, or reductions will be required.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4492

Impact of COVID-19 on State Transportation Revenues

Sep 17, 2020 - Federal funds are expected to be stable in the near term, while several local transportation revenue sources —such as transit fares and sales taxes —have been negatively affected due to the pandemic.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4268

Assessing California’s Climate Policies—Transportation

Dec 21, 2018 - Some researchers have raised questions regarding whether an increase in the share of the fleet that is made up of ZEVs could have a negative effect on driver and passenger safety, including a risk of increased fatalities.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3912