Government Operations

Extends the deadline for county treasurers to submit financial settlements to auditors from 10 to 12 business days. Requires county treasurers to continue settling accounts with auditors at least monthly. Maintains existing requirements for treasurers to safely manage and disburse all county funds.

Repeals outdated voter registration rules for processing address changes and inactive voter status. Removes requirements for county election officials to update voter records based on address changes. Streamlines election code by eliminating redundant provisions for voter registration maintenance.

Expands how storage facility owners can verify email delivery of lien notices to tenants. Requires storage facilities to send notices by mail if email delivery cannot be confirmed. Allows tenants to acknowledge lien notices through electronic signatures or email replies. Mandates rental agreements include space for an alternative contact person's information.

Prohibits recalled local government officials from being reappointed to fill the vacancy created by their own recall. Eliminates special elections for choosing successors in local recall elections, requiring vacancies to be filled according to existing appointment procedures. Clarifies that in statewide recall elections, the candidate receiving the most votes automatically assumes the remainder of the recalled officer's term.

Establishes a pilot program allowing San Mateo Transit District to use job order contracting for repairs and maintenance. Limits individual job orders to $1 million and total contract awards to $5 million initially. Requires competitive bidding and compliance with prevailing wage laws and labor agreements. Expires on January 1, 2032 after requiring a program evaluation report to the Legislature.

Requires the Gambling Control Commission to post all vote records on its website within two business days. Enhances transparency by making gambling regulation votes publicly accessible online. Maintains existing requirements for physical vote records at the commission's main office.

Makes technical changes to update and conform cross-references across multiple state codes.

Limits court videoconferencing fees to only cover the actual cost of providing the service. Requires Judicial Council approval for any court fees not explicitly authorized by law. Mandates annual reporting to the Legislature on all new court fees starting March 2028. Prohibits courts from charging fees that exceed their actual costs for any service or product.

Authorizes electronic signatures for county board chairpersons, eliminating the need for resolution approval. Extends the maximum maturity period for local agency commercial paper investments from 270 to 397 days. Allows Kern County to appoint a registrar of voters separate from the county clerk. Clarifies that appointed board members serve until their elected replacement is qualified and takes office.

Updates election terminology to replace 'ballot pamphlet' with 'state voter information guide' for clarity and consistency. Modifies campaign finance rules to allow candidates not on primary ballots to transfer funds without refunding contributors. Requires voter guides to include clear summaries of ballot measures and top campaign donors for referendums. Mandates redaction of bank account numbers from committee organization statements to protect privacy.

Updates California recall election laws to specifically reference superior courts instead of trial courts. Classifies superior court judges as county officers for recall election purposes. Establishes specific signature requirements for recalling superior court judges based on voter registration.

Standardizes ballot formatting by requiring 'Yes' and 'No' options to be printed on separate lines with voting targets. Applies uniform ballot language requirements across all local government elections and ballot measures. Updates multiple state codes to ensure consistent presentation of voting options on ballots. Enhances ballot clarity without changing the substance of existing election procedures.

Authorizes the sale, transfer, or exchange of seven specific California armories across the state. Requires approval from both the Director of General Services and Adjutant General for any property transactions. Directs all proceeds from armory transactions to be deposited into the state Armory Fund.

Extends the Governor's Military Council operations from 2026 to 2031. Maintains the council's role in advising on military installation retention for national defense. Preserves bipartisan representation from both Senate and Assembly on the council.

Streamlines election consolidation by allowing political subdivisions to file directly with county election officials. Transfers authority to canvass consolidated election returns from county supervisors to county election officials. Removes the 12-card maximum limit on voter instruction materials at polling places. Requires a designated precinct board member to formally announce poll openings and closings.

Streamlines the process for amending the Political Reform Act by eliminating FPPC distribution requirements. Requires proposed amendments to be printed, distributed to legislators, and published online. Maintains existing 8-day notice period before legislative votes on amendments.

Reduces the minimum threshold for state mandate reimbursement claims from $1,000 to $800 for local governments. Allows counties to submit combined claims on behalf of multiple school districts when total exceeds $800. Requires 180-day advance notice for districts choosing to file separate claims instead of combined ones.

Validates the legal status and actions of all California public agencies and local government bodies. Confirms the legitimacy of bonds and financial obligations issued by public entities. Requires legal challenges to public agency actions to be filed within six months of September 1, 2025. Takes immediate effect to ensure continuous operation of public agencies and their financial instruments.

Validates the legal status and past actions of all California public agencies and local government bodies. Confirms the legitimacy of previously issued government bonds and financial obligations. Establishes a six-month deadline to challenge the validity of any validated government actions. Excludes validation of contracts between public bodies and the federal government.

Extends authorization for certain redevelopment area advertising displays to remain operational until January 1, 2030. Requires local governments to ensure advertising displays provide public benefit and comply with regulations. Imposes $10,000 daily fines on display owners who fail to remove advertising after federal violation notices.

Establishes a new Office of Regulatory Counsel within the Governor's office to oversee state regulations. Requires Senate confirmation for the Director appointed by the Governor. Mandates the office to assist state agencies in drafting and amending regulations before formal submission. Expires automatically on January 1, 2035 unless extended by future legislation.

Requires initiative petitions to include a space for voters to confirm they reviewed top funding sources. Mandates ballots to display names of committees and major donors that funded signature gathering. Establishes strict criteria for organizations to be listed as official supporters or opponents. Requires QR codes on ballots linking to detailed campaign funding information.

Prohibits state legislators from using nondisclosure agreements in the legislative process to increase transparency. Voids any legislative nondisclosure agreements made after the bill takes effect. Allows exceptions for agreements that only protect trade secrets and proprietary business information. Establishes violations as misdemeanors under the Political Reform Act.

Makes technical changes to the name citation provision of the State Contract Act.

Authorizes cities and counties to collect nuisance abatement fines through property liens until January 2035. Requires fines to be used only for local building code enforcement and housing rehabilitation programs. Mandates cities establish hardship waivers for property owners who cannot afford full fine amounts. Requires reasonable time for violation correction before imposing fines, except for immediate safety hazards.