California 20252026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

SB 817 — Political Reform Act of 1974.

Last action — Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 21, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Summary

The Political Reform Act of 1974 imposes various requirements and limitations with respect to the conduct of public officials, campaign expenditures and disclosures, political advertisements, lobbying, the ballot pamphlet, and other aspects of political reform. This bill would declare the intent of the Legislature to enact future legislation relating to the Political Reform Act of 1974.

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Plain-language change summary

In the latest version of Bill SB 817, a section was added to clarify certain provisions, while another part of the document was removed because it contained outdated information. This change helps make the bill clearer and more relevant to current issues. These updates ensure that everyone understands the law’s intent and can follow its guidelines effectively.

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Action History

  1. Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.

  2. Referred to Com. on RLS.

  3. Read first time.

  4. From printer. May be acted upon on or after March 24.

  5. Introduced. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. To print.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 121 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (121)

121 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 817 do?
The Political Reform Act of 1974 imposes various requirements and limitations with respect to the conduct of public officials, campaign expenditures and disclosures, political advertisements, lobbying, the ballot pamphlet, and other aspects of political reform. This bill would declare the intent of the Legislature to enact future legislation relating to the Political Reform Act of 1974.
Who sponsors SB 817?
SB 817 is sponsored by Choi, Steven S. (Republican).
What is the current status of SB 817?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 21, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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