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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 2Pt. 2Ch. 1Art. 1§ 10209 Legislative Counsel Research Access

§ 10209 Legislative Counsel Research Access

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§ 10209 Legislative Counsel Research Access

Key Takeaways

  • •The State Library must share its books and materials with the bureau.
  • •The University of California and all state agencies must help the Legislative Counsel with research by giving them access to records and information.
  • •People working for the state must also help the Legislative Counsel if they need information for their research.

Example

If the Legislative Counsel needs old laws or records to write a new law, they can ask the State Library or any state agency for help.

The State Library must give them the books they need, and state workers must share any records or information they have.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 10209 Legislative Counsel Research Access

The material, including books and other publications, of the State Library shall be made available to the bureau. The University of California, all State agencies and other official State organizations, and all persons connected therewith shall give the Legislative Counsel ready access to their records and full information and reasonable assistance in any matters of research requiring recourse to them or to data within their knowledge or control. (Added by Stats. 1945, Ch. 111.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

State LibraryLegislative Counselrecordsresearch

Related Statutes

  • § 10201 Legislative Counsel Selection
  • § 10202 Legislative Counsel Vacancy Selection
  • § 10203 Legislative Counsel Selection Criteria
  • § 10204 Legislative Counsel Salary Expenses
  • § 10205 Legislative Counsel Staffing

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 10209.
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