Bill > AB810

This bill updates existing requirements for local government internet websites and email addresses by expanding domain name regulations. Specifically, cities, counties, and city-and-county entities must ensure their websites and email addresses use either ".gov" or ".ca.gov" domains by January 1, 2029. The bill further extends these requirements to special districts, joint powers authorities, and other political subdivisions, mandating they comply with similar domain requirements by January 1, 2031. Community college districts and community colleges are uniquely allowed to use ".edu" domains, while K-12 public school districts are explicitly exempt from these requirements. If the implementation of these new regulations creates additional costs for local agencies, the state may be required to reimburse those agencies through established statutory procedures. The bill aims to standardize and professionalize digital communication across local government entities by ensuring consistent and recognizable domain names for public-facing websites and email addresses.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Government Affairs

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