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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 1Ch. 7Art. 3§ 8566 Governor'S Emergency Funds Authority

§ 8566 Governor'S Emergency Funds Authority

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§ 8566 Governor'S Emergency Funds Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The Governor can use money set aside for emergencies to help with big problems in California.
  • •This money is only for things like disasters or emergencies, not for regular stuff.
  • •The Governor decides how to spend this money to keep people safe.

Example

A big wildfire is burning in California, and people need to be evacuated.

The Governor can use the emergency money to pay for helicopters, fire trucks, and shelters to help people get to safety.

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

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§ 8566 Governor'S Emergency Funds Authority

The Governor is empowered to expend any appropriation for support of the California Emergency Services Act to carry out the provisions of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 1454.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 8570 Emergency Preparedness Authority
  • § 8569 Emergency Plan Coordination
  • § 8570.6 Electromagnetic Pulse Risk Planning
  • § 8572 Governor Emergency Property Powers
  • § 25660 Public Fishing Highways

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 8566.
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