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CA ACA9
CA
Status
Failed
11/30/2016
Primary Sponsor
Jimmy Gomez
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AI Summary
- Replaces special elections with gubernatorial appointments to fill Legislative vacancies, with the Governor selecting one of three nominees within 60 days
- Requires nominees to be selected by: the legislative caucus of the vacating Member's party, state convention delegates from the district, and county board(s) of supervisors
- All nominees must have the same political party preference as the vacating Member at the time of last election and maintain that preference for 12 months preceding nomination
- Extends lobbying restrictions for Members who vacate before term expiration for non-medical reasons, prohibiting compensation-based lobbying until 12 months after their original term would have ended
- Requires two-thirds vote in both chambers and passage by California voters through constitutional amendment
Legislative Description
Legislature: legislative vacancies.
Last Action
From committee without further action.
11/30/2016
Committee Referrals
Elections and Redistricting4/14/2016
Full Bill Text
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