SB 852: Political Reform Act of 1974: Citizens Redistricting Commission.

This bill amends the Government Code to regulate state and local government. It allows for the amendment of the Political Reform Act of 1974 by a 2/3 vote of each house of the legislature, provided the amendment furthers the act's purposes and is published on the internet. The bill also expands the scope of restrictions on contributions, prohibiting the receipt of contributions in certain locations, and requires public officials to file periodic statements of economic interest. The bill updates the requirements for the Citizens Redistricting Commission, allowing it to fill vacancies within 30 days, rather than 90 days. It also declares that the bill furthers the purposes of the Voters First Act and the Political Reform Act of 1974. Additionally, the bill eliminates the requirement for reimbursement for certain costs mandated by the state.