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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 5Pt. 3Ch. 1Art. 2§ 20056 Public Agency Definition

§ 20056 Public Agency Definition

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§ 20056 Public Agency Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •This law defines what a 'public agency' is.
  • •A public agency includes cities, counties, and other local government groups in the state.
  • •It helps figure out which groups follow certain rules for public agencies.

Example

Your local city hall or school district.

These places are called 'public agencies' because they are part of the government and serve the public.

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

Official Source
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§ 20056 Public Agency Definition

“Public agency” means any city, county, district, other local authority or public body of or within this state. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 379, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

Public agencycitycountydistrictlocal authoritypublic body

Related Statutes

  • § 1101 Public Body Definition
  • § 1125 Local Agency Definition
  • § 19810 Local Agency Definition
  • § 1020 Civil Office Eligibility Requirements
  • § 1020.5 Youth Office Age Eligibility

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 20056.
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