California’s Government Code

Frequently Asked Questions about California’s Statutory Role in International Relations

March 23, 2024 12:00 pmMarch 23, 2024 12:01 pm

Do California statutes contemplate an international relations role for the state? Yes, in California’s Government Code, there is Title 20, which is titled, “International Relations,” and it contains Sections 99500 through 99524. What is covered by Title 20 on International...

Frequently Asked Questions about the Role of Legislative Counsel in Initiatives

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Does the Office of Legislative Counsel (OLC) draft initiatives? Yes, many do not realize that the highly trained attorneys in the California Office of Legislative Counsel may draft an initiative for the statewide ballot in certain circumstances. What is the...

The Classification of State Officers

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California’s Government Code provides for the “classification of officers” in Article 1 of Chapter 1 of Division 4 of Title 1, which was enacted in 1943 for public officers and employees in this state. Government Code Section 1000 sets forth...

Seat of Government

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The seat of a government is generally defined as the building or buildings where a government exercises its duties and responsibilities as set forth in a constitution or charter. In most jurisdictions, the capital of the city, state or country...

Operation of Statutes and Resolutions

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In California’s Government Code, there are several code sections that set forth the operation of statutes and resolutions. These statutes were enacted in 1943 and are found in Title 2, Division 2, Part 1, Chapter 6. The provisions of law...