The California State Controller acts as the state's chief fiscal officer, accountant, and auditor, responsible for managing, distributing, and auditing billions in state financial resources. Elected every four years, they oversee local government finances, manage state payroll, and administer the state’s Unclaimed Property Program.

*Candidates are not arranged in a particular way. ESYCC is a nonpartisan organization and does not endorse any candidate. Priorities are taken directly from campaign websites.
 

**Note that this information is only a starting point. Many candidates have the same priorities, but may have different strategies, experience or interpretations. We highly encourage you to visit the websites of candidates (linked to their name) to learn more!