The 2021-22 Budget: Overview of the Governor's Budget

Jan 10, 2021 - The Governor proposes $11.7  million one-time General Fund to trial courts for the implementation of the Tenant, Homeowner, and Small Landlord Relief and Stabilization Act of 2020 (Chapter  37 of 2020 [AB  3088, Chiu]).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4309

The 2017-18 Budget: Department of General Services [Publication Details]

Feb 3, 2017 - This analysis includes reviews of the following budget proposals for DGS in the Governor’s 2017-18 budget plan: State Project Infrastructure Funding in 2017-18 Sacramento Region: State Printing Plant Demolition Preliminary Plans Zero Emission Vehicle Project Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance (AB 2515) Building Standards Commission, Exterior Elevated Elements (SB 465)
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3544

The 2017-18 Budget: Considering the State's Role in Elections

Mar 30, 2017 - The Legislature made available $16.3  million in one ‑time state funds to reimburse counties for specified election costs through Chapter  11 of 2016 (AB  120, Committee on Budget). The Secretary of State reports that 47 counties received reimbursements totaling $15.7  million.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3634

Perspectives on Helping Low-Income Californians Afford Housing

Feb 9, 2016 - In 1995, the state enacted Chapter 331 of 1995 (AB 1164, Hawkins), which prevented rent control for properties built after 1995 or propert ies built prior to 1995 that had not previously been subject to rent control.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3345

Considering Changes to Streamline Local Housing Approvals

May 17, 2016 - In 2002, the Legislature enacted Chapter 1062, of 2002 (AB 1866, Wright), requiring by-right approval for second housing units (also known as “granny flats ”) that meet specified standards. After the passage of Chapter 1062, some cities modified their local zoning rules in an effort to limit its effect.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3470