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SB 521

Public employment: disqualification.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jesse Arreguín

SB 521 establishes disqualification standards for California public employment, affecting eligibility for government positions and agency staffing practices statewide.

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 92, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · SB 521

Legislative bill overview

SB 521 establishes new disqualification criteria for public employment in California, prohibiting certain individuals from holding public office or employment based on specified conduct or circumstances. The bill was sponsored by Jesse Arreguín and became law in July 2025 after unanimous passage in the legislature.

Why is this important

Public employment disqualification standards directly affect who can serve in government positions and implement policy. These eligibility requirements shape the composition of the public workforce and can influence public trust in government institutions, while also creating potential barriers to employment for affected individuals.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of disqualification: The breadth of conduct triggering disqualification and whether the criteria are sufficiently defined to avoid arbitrary application
  • Due process protections: Whether affected individuals have adequate opportunity to challenge disqualification determinations and appeal decisions
  • Retroactive application: Whether the bill applies to individuals already employed or only prospective hires, and whether existing employees could lose positions based on new standards

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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