CA AB1728

Expands the definition of "agency" under the Political Reform Act to include local government agencies formed pursuant to the Water Code, subjecting them to campaign contribution restrictions.

Modifies contribution restrictions for Water Code agencies to prohibit officers from accepting contributions over $250 from parties or participants in proceedings, with a revised definition of "entitlements for use" that applies to all non-competitively bid contracts.

Requires officers to disclose on the record any contributions over $250 received within 12 months preceding a decision and prohibits them from participating in proceedings if they received such contributions from interested parties, unless the contribution is returned within 30 days.

Establishes that violations are punishable as misdemeanors and declares no state reimbursement is required because costs result from changes to criminal penalties and definitions.