§ 15556 Governor'S Agency Coordination Authority

Government Code·California

AI SummaryVerified

Key Takeaways

•The secretary has the power to make decisions for the Governor in their agency.
•The secretary can solve arguments between different parts of the agency.
•The secretary helps the agency work with other agencies, like federal or local ones.

Example

Two departments in a state agency are arguing over who should handle a big project.

The secretary can step in, decide who is in charge, and make sure they work together. They can also talk to other agencies, like the city or federal government, to get help if needed.

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

Official Source

View on CA.gov

§ 15556 Governor'S Agency Coordination Authority

The secretary shall exercise the authority vested in the Governor in respect to the functions of each department, office, or other unit within the agency, including the adjudication of conflicts between or among the departments, offices, or other units, and shall represent the Governor in coordinating the activities of each department, office, or other unit within the agency with those of other agencies, whether federal, state, or local. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 859, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2003.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

secretary Governor adjudication of conflicts coordinating the activities

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Government Code. Section 15556.

Key Takeaways

Example

Key Terms

Related Statutes

References

Key Takeaways

Example

Key Terms

Related Statutes

References