Political Reform Act of 1974: filing deadlines: emergency situations.
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No
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends the Political Reform Act of 1974 to allow the Fair Political Practices Commission to extend filing deadlines for individuals affected by an emergency situation. Extensions can be up to 60 days and are prohibited within 90 days of an election. The definition of ‘emergency situation’ is tied to proclamations by the Governor or local governing bodies under the California Emergency Services Act.
Key provisions
- The Fair Political Practices Commission can extend filing deadlines.
- Extensions are limited to 60 days.
- Extensions cannot be granted within 90 days of an election.
- Emergency situations are defined by Governor or local governing body proclamations.
- The extension applies to individuals impacted by an emergency.
- The extension is for filing deadlines under the Political Reform Act of 1974.
- This bill declares it furthers the purposes of the Political Reform Act.
Who is affected
- Candidates
- Committees supporting candidates
- Lobbyists
- Slate mailer organizations
- Public officials
Notable changes
- Introduces a mechanism for extending filing deadlines in emergency situations.
- Specifies a limit of 60 days for extensions.
- Prohibits extensions within 90 days of an election.
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