California AB162 modifies election certification timelines and funding for the November 4, 2025, statewide special election.

California AB162 amends election certification timelines for local elections called by districts, cities, or other political subdivisions on or before August 8, 2025, and scheduled for November 4, 2025. It mandates that election results cannot be certified before the 28th calendar day following the election. The bill also addresses funding for the November 4, 2025, statewide special election, appropriating funds from the General Fund to the Controller and the Secretary of State for election costs. The Secretary of State must report on the final costs of the election by April 1, 2026.

California AB162 modifies election certification timelines and funding for the November 4, 2025, statewide special election.

California AB162 amends election certification timelines for local elections called by districts, cities, or other political subdivisions on or before August 8, 2025, and scheduled for November 4, 2025. It mandates that election results cannot be certified before the 28th calendar day following the election. The bill also addresses funding for the November 4, 2025, statewide special election, appropriating funds from the General Fund to the Controller and the Secretary of State for election costs. The Secretary of State must report on the final costs of the election by April 1, 2026.