Addressing Chronic Vacancies in Prison Mental Health Care

Feb 23, 2026 - In addition, the Receiver ’s plan would also increase the pool of people that can provide services to the mental health population by expanding clinical internship slots across the prisons. Not only will interns perform work while part of the program, but it is also possible that they will become employed permanently by CDCR.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5134

The 2026-27 Budget: California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

Feb 23, 2026 - This is because the Coleman case has already spanned several decades, which indicates the issues remaining are complex and may not be resolved as quickly as expected. The Receiver acknowledges that the time line is ambitious.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5137