CA SB1307

Designates the State Public Works Board as the "governing body" for eminent domain proceedings by the High-Speed Rail Authority, enabling it to initiate property takings.

Exempts the High-Speed Rail Authority from Director of Finance and Director of General Services approval requirements for acquiring or hiring real property for high-speed rail purposes, matching exemptions granted to the Department of Transportation.

Removes the High-Speed Rail Authority from restrictions on capital outlay expenditures, allowing the authority to spend appropriated funds without preliminary plan approval from the Department of Finance and State Public Works Board.

Allows the High-Speed Rail Authority to exercise independent eminent domain powers and exempts its property acquisitions from the standard Property Acquisition Law requirements.

Requires county assessors to disclose property records and assessor information to the High-Speed Rail Authority and mandates the authority reimburse assessors for associated costs, creating a state-mandated local program.