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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 22Pt. 2Ch. 16Art. 10§ 76972 Salmon Council Continuation Referendum

§ 76972 Salmon Council Continuation Referendum

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§ 76972 Salmon Council Continuation Referendum

Key Takeaways

  • •The government can ask salmon fishers and handlers if they want the California Salmon Council to keep running for another 5 years.
  • •They get 30 days to vote 'yes' or 'no' on a simple question.
  • •If 30 days isn't enough time, the voting period can be extended for another 30 days.

Example

Imagine you're a salmon fisher in California.

The government sends you a ballot asking if you want the California Salmon Council to continue for another 5 years. You have 30 days to vote 'yes' or 'no'. If most people vote 'yes', the council stays. If not, it might go away.

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

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§ 76972 Salmon Council Continuation Referendum

If the secretary determines that a referendum procedure is appropriate, the secretary shall establish a referendum period of not to exceed 30 days during which period ballots shall be submitted to every commercial salmon vessel operator and, if applicable, every handler subject to this chapter on a statewide basis. If the secretary determines that the referendum period does not provide sufficient time for the balloting, the secretary may extend the referendum for an additional period not to exceed 30 days. The ballots shall provide a “yes” or “no” voting alternative to the following question: “Shall the California Salmon Council be continued for the next five fiscal years commencing April 1, following this referendum?” (Added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 307, Sec. 57. (AB 958) Effective January 1, 2016.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 76955 Salmon Vessel Operator Notice
  • § 76971 Council Program Continuation Review
  • § 76701 Salmon Council Member Appointments
  • § 76702 Salmon Industry Council Selection
  • § 76950 Salmon Vessel Voter Eligibility

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 76972.
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