Local government: collection of demographic data.
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- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires California cities, counties, and city-county entities to collect more detailed demographic data regarding the ancestry or ethnic origin of employees, specifically focusing on categories related to Black or African American groups. It aims to enhance the accuracy and comprehensiveness of demographic information for policy planning and resource allocation. The bill includes findings that this change addresses a statewide concern, necessitating reimbursement from the state to local agencies if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill creates a state-mandated local program.
Key provisions
- Requires cities, counties, and city-county entities to collect ancestry/ethnic origin data.
- Specifies the inclusion of additional collection categories for Black or African American groups.
- The requirement begins January 1, 2027.
- Findings state the issue is a statewide concern.
- Provides for state reimbursement to local agencies if the Commission on State Mandates deems the bill a state-mandated local program.
- References Section 8310.6 for specific collection categories.
- Addresses data privacy and secure handling of collected information.
Who is affected
- Cities
- Counties
- City-County Entities
- Local Government Employers
Notable changes
- Expands demographic data collection requirements for local governments.
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