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Frequently Asked Questions about Economic Impact Analysis Under the APA

March 3, 2024 2:45 amMarch 3, 2024 2:46 am

Does each executive branch rulemaking require an economic analysis to be done? Yes, all regulations are required to have an analysis of the potential economic impact of the regulation pursuant to Government Code Section 11346.3. What is required for this...

Frequently Asked Questions about Continuous Appropriations

March 2, 2024 6:45 amMarch 2, 2024 6:46 am

Does California law define an appropriation or a “continuous appropriation”? No, state law does not define the term “appropriation,” even though we find that term in the state Constitution as well as numerous statutes. How is the term appropriation defined...

Frequently Asked Questions about Lobbyist Exemptions

March 1, 2024 2:45 amMarch 1, 2024 2:46 am

Are there exemptions to California’s lobbying laws? Yes, the Political Reform Act contains detailed laws related to lobbyists in Chapter 6, and Article 3 of Chapter 6 deals with Exemptions and contains Government Code Section 86300. Are public officials exempt...

Frequently Asked Questions about Ballot Arguments

February 29, 2024 2:35 amFebruary 29, 2024 2:36 am

Are ballot arguments provided in California law? Yes, California’s Elections Code provides rules for ballot arguments for measures submitted to the voters in state elections. Where are these provisions contained in California law? They are contained in Division 9, Chapter...

Frequently Asked Questions about Underground Regulations in California

February 28, 2024 2:45 amFebruary 28, 2024 2:46 am

Is there a law in California regarding “underground regulations”? Yes, in Title 1 of the California Code of Regulations, there are a number of regulations under the purview of the Office of Administrative Law (OAL). Chapter 2 of Title 1...

Frequently Asked Questions about Agency Rulemaking Notification

February 27, 2024 2:45 amFebruary 27, 2024 2:46 am

Are executive branch state agencies required to notify state legislators about certain rulemaking projects? Yes. California’s Government Code contains the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) and imposes many duties and responsibilities on state agencies. Does a legislator have to be notified...

Frequently Asked Questions about the Role of the Legislative Analyst in the Initiative Process

February 26, 2024 2:30 amFebruary 26, 2024 2:31 am

What must be included with a title and summary prepared by the Attorney General? Elections Code Section 9005 requires the AG to include in the title and summary for a proposed initiative measure either (1) the estimate of the amount...