January 28, 2026
Loading...
You are here:  Home  >  Opinion  >  Editorials  >  Current Article

Our view: Budget report spotlights need for spending curbs

IN THIS ARTICLE

When it comes to California’s general fund, the picture is, as expected, another example of mandates that trigger spending that can spiral out of control. California State Controller Malia M. Cohen’s December Cash Report underscores the problem as both revenues and expenditures have exceeded estimates, putting the deficit on an upward trajectory. Revenue was $11.2…

Subscribe

    This article is only available to Business Times subscribers
  • Subscribers: or REGISTER for complete digital access.
  • Not a Subscriber? SUBSCRIBE for full access to our weekly newspaper, online edition and Book of Lists.
  • Check the STATUS of your Subscription Account.