CA AB2854

Delegates authority to the executive officer of the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians to adopt decisions entered by default and stipulations for surrender of licenses.

Makes nonsubstantive changes to language defining the board and related terminology throughout the Business and Professions Code.

Recodifies sections of law regarding the board's executive officer appointment process, with the board appointing the executive officer again commencing January 1, 2021.

Extends the director's authority to assume board duties and powers until December 31, 2024, if the board becomes inoperative or is repealed.

Updates outdated pronouns and references in disciplinary provisions related to license holders.