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SB 482

Roster of public officials: local government.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Akilah Weber Pierson

California law now requires local government agencies to maintain publicly accessible, regularly updated rosters of officials with contact information and office locations for constituent access.

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 762, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · SB 482

Legislative bill overview

SB 482 requires local government agencies in California to maintain and regularly update publicly accessible rosters of their elected and appointed officials, including contact information and office locations. The bill establishes standards for roster format, accessibility, and maintenance to ensure constituents can easily identify and contact their local representatives.

Why is this important

Public rosters improve government transparency and accountability by enabling residents to identify decision-makers and file complaints or requests. This addresses a practical accessibility gap where many local agencies lack standardized, up-to-date directories of officials, making constituent engagement unnecessarily difficult.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: Smaller local governments may face resource constraints in creating and maintaining compliant rosters, potentially requiring new staff or software investments
  • Privacy concerns: Publishing office locations and contact information could raise security concerns for officials, though the bill likely addresses this through reasonable redaction provisions
  • Standardization burden: Establishing uniform roster formats across diverse local agencies (cities, counties, special districts) may require detailed regulatory guidance and compliance oversight

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

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