CSLB reports $12 million surplus and projects strong reserves while flagging enforcement staffing needs

Sep 3, 2026

Budget staff reported FY25–26 revenue of $101.4M, expenditures near $83M and a $12M surplus, projecting roughly $70M in year‑end reserves; public commenters and board members cautioned that enforcement needs may require reallocation or new budget change proposals.

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The agency's budget manager presented final numbers for fiscal year 2025–26 and a preliminary governor's budget for 2026–27, and fielded public comment urging that reserves be balanced with enforcement capacity.

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