§ 404 California World'S Fair Endorsement

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•You can't say California supports a world's fair or big show unless the law says it's okay.
•If you break this rule, you can get in trouble with the police (it's a misdemeanor).
•Some people, like state fair workers and politicians, don't have to follow this rule.

Example

You make a poster saying 'California Loves the Big Food Fair!' to get more people to go.

If California didn't actually say they support the fair, you could get in trouble for lying about it.

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§ 404 California World'S Fair Endorsement

(a) No person shall represent, either directly or indirectly, that the State of California is sponsoring or endorsing a world’s fair or exhibition unless the representation has been specifically authorized by law. Violation of this section is a misdemeanor. (b) The Board of Directors of the California Exposition and State Fair and its employees, as directed by the board, Members of the California State Legislature, and constitutional officers shall be exempt from the provisions of subdivision (a). (Amended by Stats. 1981, Ch. 1119, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Government Code. Section 404.

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