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AB 1511: Political Reform Act of 1974: refunding and transferring contributions: voter information guide.

California · Assembly · 2025–2026 Regular Session · last verified December 7, 2025

What AB 1511 does, verified December 7, 2025

This bill amends certain sections of the Government Code to conform provisions related to the Political Reform Act of 1974. It requires the Secretary of State to prepare a state voter information guide that includes a complete copy of each state measure and information on candidates for federal offices, replacing the requirement for a ballot pamphlet. The bill also updates the rules for refunding and transferring campaign contributions, allowing candidates to retain funds if they do not appear on the ballot at a primary election or special primary election and do not qualify for write-in votes. Additionally, the bill corrects a cross-reference to federal law and declares that it furthers the purposes of the Political Reform Act of 1974.

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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 249, Statutes of 2025. (2025-10-03)Alert me
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Oct. 03, 2025Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 249, Statutes of 2025.
Oct. 03, 2025Approved by the Governor.
Sep. 22, 2025Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m.
Sep. 10, 2025Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 79. Noes 0. Page 3182.).
Sep. 10, 2025Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 79. Noes 0. Page 3182.).
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