The 2026-27 Budget: Department of Developmental Services

Mar 13, 2026 - Four Key Factors Drive Spending in DDS. As discussed in the analysis that follows, the Lanterman Act, due to its foundational role, influences all cost drivers in the developmental services system. These cost drivers (similar to other health and human services programs) include caseload, available services, utilization of services, and the rates paid for services.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5157

The 2026-27 Budget: Medi-Cal Analysis

Mar 2, 2026 - The administration stated that increasing Medi ‑Cal costs were due to several factors, including increased utilization of high ‑cost anti ‑obesity drugs, increased enrollment of seniors and persons with disabilities following the elimination of the state ’s asset test, and the higher than anticipated costs associated with the state ’s expansion of full ‑scope Medi ‑Cal coverage to all individuals regardless of immigration status.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5146