FPPC Chair Richard C. Miadich statement on Superior Court ruling, re; SB1439      

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                         

May 25, 2023

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Jay Wierenga (916) 322-7761

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“I am extremely pleased with the Court’s ruling regarding the lawsuit brought by the Family Business Association of California regarding SB 1439. We can see clearly stated reasoning within and appreciate what we consider to be a very thoughtful decision by the Judge.

We are gratified the outcome will uphold an important expansion of what’s known as the “pay to play” law. With a unanimous vote in the Legislature and signature by the Governor, we can see the overwhelming, bi-partisan support for increasing transparency and accountability of elected officials to do what’s right for the public.

 As we stated in our letter to city attorney’s and county counsel’s earlier this month, we look forward to continuing our work to fully implement the changes to Section 84308 of the Political Reform Act consistent with the Legislatures intent.”

A link to the Court’s ruling is here: 

Sacramento Court Report Ruling 

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