California AB1652 prohibits state agency officers 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 include agreements that only prevent the disclosure of trade secrets, private financial information, or proprietary information. The bill defines "negotiation" as any form of communication between individuals with opposing interests discussing proposed regulation or legislation.

California AB1652 prohibits state agency officers 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 include agreements that only prevent the disclosure of trade secrets, private financial information, or proprietary information. The bill defines "negotiation" as any form of communication between individuals with opposing interests discussing proposed regulation or legislation.