Bill > AB351

This bill amends Section 84308 of the Government Code related to campaign contributions by agency officers. Currently, the law prohibits agency officers from accepting, soliciting, or directing contributions over $500 from parties or participants during and 12 months after a pending proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use. The bill increases this contribution threshold from $500 to $1,500 and requires the commission to adjust this threshold periodically based on changes in the Consumer Price Index, starting in January 2027. The bill applies to various types of government proceedings and requires officers to disclose contributions and disqualify themselves from decisions if they receive contributions exceeding the specified amount. If an officer receives a prohibited contribution, they can cure the violation by returning the excess amount within 30 days. The legislation is part of the Political Reform Act of 1974 and aims to prevent potential conflicts of interest by limiting campaign contributions in governmental decision-making processes. The bill was introduced with the intent of maintaining the spirit of the original reform act while updating monetary thresholds to reflect current economic conditions.

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