Formal and informal. The Legislature and Caltrans communicate in various ways. Through the budget process, legislators and legislative staff make formal requests for information and discuss budget issues in committee hearings. The Legislative Analyst's Office works with Caltrans to understand its budget each year; a written report then is published with budget recommendations for the Legislature. Policy committee and individual members communicate directly with Caltrans about specific issues of interest. Caltrans has a dedicated legislative affairs office that analyzes bills and can request to propose specific legislation through the administration.