California SB1308 mandates a constitutional orientation course for all Members and designated employees of the Legislature.

California SB1308 requires all Members and designated employees of the Legislature to attend an orientation course on the United States Constitution and the California Constitution. The course, developed by the Legislative Counsel Bureau in consultation with the Joint Rules Committee, covers topics such as federalism, preemption, separation of powers, civil rights, and the roles and responsibilities of the three branches of government. Members and employees hired after a regular session is convened must attend within six months of their hire date.

California SB1308 mandates a constitutional orientation course for all Members and designated employees of the Legislature.

California SB1308 requires all Members and designated employees of the Legislature to attend an orientation course on the United States Constitution and the California Constitution. The course, developed by the Legislative Counsel Bureau in consultation with the Joint Rules Committee, covers topics such as federalism, preemption, separation of powers, civil rights, and the roles and responsibilities of the three branches of government. Members and employees hired after a regular session is convened must attend within six months of their hire date.