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CA AB1977
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jacqui Irwin
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AI Summary
- Requires notary public applicants seeking reappointment to pass a written examination prescribed by the Secretary of State, in addition to the existing 3-hour refresher course requirement
- Sets the fee for notary seal manufacturer/vendor permits at $100 and establishes fees for online notarization platform registration: $5,000 for initial applications, $1,000 for renewals, and $50 for updated applications
- Requires online notarization platforms and depositories to file annual renewal registrations and notify both the Secretary of State and notaries public at least 30 days before ceasing operations in California
- Mandates that a notary public's electronic signature must match their handwritten signature on their official oath, and prohibits charging fees for terminated online notarization sessions due to inadequate audio-video quality
- Requires the Secretary of State to post on its website information showing which notarization platforms and depositories are registered to perform online notarizations
Legislative Description
Notaries public.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on JUD.
3/2/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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