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SB 401: Political Reform Act of 1974: filing deadlines: emergency situations.
What SB 401 does, verified August 25, 2026
This bill would allow the Fair Political Practices Commission to extend filing deadlines for individuals affected by an emergency situation. The definition of an emergency situation would be based on a proclamation by the governor or a local governing body. The bill aims to further the purposes of the Political Reform Act of 1974, which requires various individuals and entities to disclose their financial activities. The bill would also impose a late filing penalty of $10 per day for individuals who fail to meet the extended deadlines.
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Last action: Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 39. Noes 0.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. (2026-08-24)Alert me
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| Aug. 24, 2026 | Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 39. Noes 0.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Aug. 19, 2026 | In Senate. Concurrence in Assembly amendments pending. |
| Aug. 19, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Senate. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | From committee: Do pass. (Ayes 15. Noes 0.) (August 13). |