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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 1Pt. 1Ch. 4Art. 2§ 627 Property Protection Authority

§ 627 Property Protection Authority

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 627 Property Protection Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The person in charge can buy insurance to protect government property, like buildings or equipment, from damage or loss.
  • •They can also buy insurance to cover the cost if the property can't be used for a while.
  • •Any big decisions about this insurance need to be approved by another government group called the Department of General Services.

Example

A government office building gets damaged in a storm and needs repairs.

The person in charge can use insurance money to fix the building. But before buying the insurance, they need to get permission from the Department of General Services.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 627 Property Protection Authority

(a) The secretary may do any and all things that are necessary to protect the investment or use, including the purchase of insurance against the loss of, or damage to, the property, or the loss of its use and occupancy, of any property and buildings and appurtenant facilities under the control of the department. (b) Any transaction that is entered into by the secretary pursuant to this section is subject to the approval of the Department of General Services. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 198, Sec. 9. (SB 1499) Effective January 1, 2023.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

insurancetenantsecretarypropertygeneral servicesthe californiainvestmenttransaction

Related Statutes

  • § 52943 Annual Assessment Adjustment Authority
  • § 52992 Certified Cottonseed Regulations
  • § 55015 Food Agriculture Secretary Definition
  • § 601 Property Acquisition Authority
  • § 622 Agriculture Fund Transfer Limits

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 627.
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