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CA AB931

CA AB931
Local boards and commissions: representation: appointments.


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Introduced
02/20/2019
In Committee
08/30/2019
Crossed Over
05/24/2019
Passed
09/09/2019
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
10/12/2019

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to add Chapter 11.5 (commencing with Section 54977) to Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code, relating to local government boards.

AI Summary

This bill requires cities with a population of 50,000 or more to ensure that no more than 60% of the members of their non-salaried, non-elected boards or commissions (with 5 or more members) are of the same gender identity. It also prohibits such boards or commissions with 4 or fewer members from being comprised exclusively of people of the same gender identity. The bill defines "gender identity" and excludes boards or commissions primarily focused on gender-relevant issues. The bill also declares that its provisions address a matter of statewide concern, applying to all cities, including charter cities. If the state mandates any costs on local agencies under this bill, it requires the state to provide reimbursement.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Justice

Sponsors (22)

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 813, Statutes of 2019. (on 10/12/2019)

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