California AB1652 prohibits state agency officials from entering into nondisclosure agreements related to proposed regulations or legislation.

California AB1652 adds a section to the Government Code prohibiting elective or appointive officers of state agencies from entering into or requesting nondisclosure agreements related to the drafting, negotiation, or discussion of proposed regulations or legislation. Exceptions are made for agreements that only prevent the disclosure of trade secrets, private financial information, or proprietary information. The bill aims to ensure transparency in the regulatory process by preventing officials from using nondisclosure agreements to hide discussions about proposed regulations or legislation.

California AB1652 prohibits state agency officials from entering into nondisclosure agreements related to proposed regulations or legislation.

California AB1652 adds a section to the Government Code prohibiting elective or appointive officers of state agencies from entering into or requesting nondisclosure agreements related to the drafting, negotiation, or discussion of proposed regulations or legislation. Exceptions are made for agreements that only prevent the disclosure of trade secrets, private financial information, or proprietary information. The bill aims to ensure transparency in the regulatory process by preventing officials from using nondisclosure agreements to hide discussions about proposed regulations or legislation.