Legislative Analyst’s Office Archives

SOME OF THE RED INK in California’s budget deficit is coming from unplanned spending in state prisons, according to a new report from the Legislative Analyst’s Office. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is on track to exceed its budget by roughly $850 million over three years despite recent cuts that include four prison closures and some labor […]

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Despite closures and payroll cuts, California prison costs remain millions over budget

How bad is California’s housing shortage? It likely depends on who’s doing the counting

Legislative committee rejects Newsom’s plan to fast track Delta water tunnel construction

California judges say they’re underpaid. Their new lawsuit could cost taxpayers millions

Raw sewage, bursting pipes: Why community colleges are asking voters to foot the repairs

CHP officers land a $500 million contract as Gov. Gavin Newsom races to fill vacancies

Cal Grant expansion for college students in jeopardy as California’s budget deficit grows

College students get more time to apply for financial aid as California extends deadline

New analysis reveals California isn’t on track to meet its 2030 climate change mandates

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