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CA SB1430

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Elections and Constitutional Amendments

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • School district election resolutions for governing board member elections must be delivered to county superintendents and election officials at least 125 days before the election, increased from the current 123-day requirement

  • Schools must remain in session on any schoolday when the building is used as a vote center, except on election day when governing bodies may choose to continue school, designate staff training, or close the school

  • High school students appointed to serve on precinct boards now require only confirmation from their educational institution rather than formal approval from the governing board

  • Homeschooled students are now eligible to serve as precinct board members if they meet the existing requirements (at least 16 years old, U.S. citizen or permanent resident, 2.5+ GPA)

  • Elections officials may appoint up to 5 students per precinct to serve under direct supervision of precinct board members, though students may not tally votes

Legislative Description

Elections.

Last Action

From printer. May be acted upon on or after April 5.

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules3/5/2026

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