SB1386 amends California's Government Code to enhance procedural protections in administrative adjudications.

SB1386 revises the California Government Code to strengthen procedural safeguards in administrative adjudications. It mandates that agencies provide notice and an opportunity to be heard, including presenting and rebutting evidence. The bill also requires agencies to make the governing procedure available to the affected person, ensuring transparency. Additionally, it restricts ex parte communications, mandates language assistance for eligible individuals, and ensures decisions are based on the record and include a statement of factual and legal bases.

SB1386 amends California's Government Code to enhance procedural protections in administrative adjudications.

SB1386 revises the California Government Code to strengthen procedural safeguards in administrative adjudications. It mandates that agencies provide notice and an opportunity to be heard, including presenting and rebutting evidence. The bill also requires agencies to make the governing procedure available to the affected person, ensuring transparency. Additionally, it restricts ex parte communications, mandates language assistance for eligible individuals, and ensures decisions are based on the record and include a statement of factual and legal bases.