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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 17Ch. 2Art. 6.5§ 42813 Director Committee Recommendation Rules

§ 42813 Director Committee Recommendation Rules

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§ 42813 Director Committee Recommendation Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •The boss (director) has to listen to the group's (committee's) ideas when making or changing rules.
  • •If the boss doesn't like the group's idea, they have to explain why in writing within 30 days.
  • •The boss only has to follow the group's idea if it's practical and good for both the industry and the public.

Example

A group of teachers suggests a new rule to make school lunches healthier.

The school principal (director) has to consider the teachers' idea. If the principal says no, they must write down why within 30 days. The principal only has to follow the idea if it's doable and good for both the school and the kids.

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§ 42813 Director Committee Recommendation Rules

Except as otherwise provided in Section 42807 with respect to assessments, in adopting, amending, or repealing regulations pursuant to this article, the director shall accept the recommendations of the committee if the director determines that the recommendations are practicable and in the interests of the industry and the public. The director shall, within 30 days, provide the committee with a written statement of reasons if the director does not accept a recommendation of the committee. (Added by Stats. 1992, Ch. 76, Sec. 1. Effective June 3, 1992.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

directorcommitteerecommendationsregulationswritten statement of reasons

Related Statutes

  • § 42811 Committee Member Expense Reimbursement
  • § 10921 Director'S Regulatory Authority
  • § 11501.5 Enforcement Of Division Regulations
  • § 11502 Pest Control Business Regulations
  • § 11503 County Pest Control Regulations

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 42813.
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