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CA AB2902
Bill
Status
2/21/2020
Primary Sponsor
Ash Kalra
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "fine art" under the California Art Preservation Act to include murals in addition to existing categories of paintings, sculptures, drawings, and glass artwork.
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Requires courts to consider visibility of the work, community recognition awards, and artist recognition and awards when determining if a work has recognized quality, in addition to opinions of art professionals.
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Adds "interested community" and "city art commissions" as required recipients of written notice when building owners intend to alter or destroy fine art, and allows courts to extend the 90-day period for removal.
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Reduces the minimum existence requirement for organizations that can bring legal action to preserve fine art from three years to one year, and expands their purpose to include preserving the cultural or historical integrity of the community.
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Permits organizations to gain title to fine art if they remove it at their own expense and allows courts to extend the 90-day removal period during demolition proceedings.
Legislative Description
Fine art: physical alteration or destruction.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on JUD.
4/24/2020