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CA AB2618
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Damon Connolly
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AI Summary
- Prohibits California Public Utilities Commission commissioners from being employed by any entity regulated by the commission for 5 years after their term ends
- Complements existing law that already bars public utility executives from serving as commissioners within 2 years of leaving utility employment
- Violation of this provision would constitute a crime under the Public Utilities Act
- No state reimbursement to local agencies required because costs relate only to creating a new crime or infraction
- Introduced by Assembly Member Connolly on February 20, 2026, and amended March 16, 2026
Legislative Description
Public Utilities Commission: commissioners: employment.
Last Action
From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on U. & E. Read second time and amended.
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Utilities and Energy3/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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