LEGISLATIVE ANALYST - 7360-APR-2001

(Revised: 04/2001)

The Legislative Analyst is appointed by the Joint Legislative Budget Committee. The Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) acts as the Legislature's nonpartisan fiscal and policy advisor.  The LAO responsibilities include the following:

1. Advises the Legislature on fiscal matters which includes providing an extensive analysis of the Governor's annual budget proposals and updates on the State's fiscal situation throughout the fiscal year.
2. Publishes several reports and documents regarding State and local fiscal and policy issues.
3. Prepares analyses of statewide initiatives and ballot propositions. Website: Legislative Analyst's Office