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Frequently Asked Questions about Libel and Slander in California Political Campaigns

February 17, 2024 2:34 amFebruary 17, 2024 2:35 am

Does California law address the torts of libel and slander in political campaigns? Yes, the California Elections Code has a section of law concerning libel and slander in election campaigns. Where is the applicable law found? It is contained in...

Frequently Asked Questions about Governor’s Reorganization Plans

February 16, 2024 2:44 amFebruary 16, 2024 6:58 am

What is the Governor’s reorganization authority? The California Constitution grants the Governor, subject to approval by the Legislature, the authority to “assign and reorganize functions among executive officers and agencies and their employees.” What is the name of this authority?...

Frequently Asked Questions about Amending or Revising the California Constitution

February 15, 2024 7:45 amFebruary 15, 2024 7:45 am

What is required for an amendment to the state Constitution? It requires passage of a state ballot measure approved by a majority vote of the state’s electorate. Who can propose amendments to the state Constitution? Ballot propositions can be proposed...

Frequently Asked Questions about the Fair Political Practices Commission

February 14, 2024 2:45 amFebruary 14, 2024 8:08 pm

How was the FPPC created? The Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) was created by Proposition 9 as part of the Political Reform Act of 1974 (PRA) that was adopted by the statewide electorate. What is the FPPC? The FPPC is a...

Frequently Asked Questions about Placement Agents under the Political Reform Act

February 13, 2024 2:05 amFebruary 13, 2024 2:06 am

Who are “placement agents”? Under Government Code Section 82047.3(a), a “placement agent” is defined as an individual directly or indirectly hired, engaged, or retained by, or serving for the benefit of or on behalf of, an external manager or an...

Frequently Asked Questions about the Impeachment of State Officers

February 12, 2024 2:30 amFebruary 12, 2024 2:31 am

What is the impeachment authority granted to the California Legislature? The California Constitution, like its federal counterpart, allows for the impeachment and removal of state officers by the Legislature. Which house has the power of impeachment? In Section 18 of...

Frequently Asked Questions about Electing Officers in the California Legislature

February 11, 2024 8:12 amFebruary 11, 2024 8:12 am

Are there rules related to electing officers in the California Legislature? Yes, these rules related to officer elections are found in the state Constitution, Government Code, and rules of the respective houses. What does the state Constitution provide? Article IV,...