Addressing Chronic Vacancies in Prison Mental Health Care

Feb 23, 2026 - We recommend expanding the licensing exemptions so that all out ‑of ‑state mental health providers already licensed in their respective state no longer need to acquire a California license to work at CDCR.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5134

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

Feb 23, 2026 - The Legislature could do so by requesting annual updates on the progress made through reports and in budget hearings. The Legislature can encourage progress toward achieving compliance in other ways, such as by considering the issue in confirm ation hearings for CDCR staff involved in mental health care.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5137