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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 3Pt. 2Ch. 3Art. 4§ 12227 Archives Preservation And Access

§ 12227 Archives Preservation And Access

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§ 12227 Archives Preservation And Access

Key Takeaways

  • •The Chief of Archives must keep and protect all items stored in the State Archives.
  • •The Chief must make sure these items are easy for people to find and use.
  • •This rule started on January 1, 2024.

Example

A student wants to see old maps of California for a school project.

The Chief of Archives must make sure those maps are safe and easy for the student to find and look at.

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

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§ 12227 Archives Preservation And Access

The Chief of Archives is responsible for the preservation and description of material deposited in the State Archives and shall make the material readily available for use. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 145, Sec. 3. (AB 1759) Effective January 1, 2024.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

Chief of ArchivesState Archivespreservationdescriptionreadily available

Related Statutes

  • § 12222 State Archives Vault Requirements
  • § 12223.5 State Archives File Preservation
  • § 12228 Archives Receipt Requirement
  • § 12230 State Archives Preservation Programs
  • § 12233 State Policy Oral History

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 12227.
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