§ 14616 Small Transaction Exemptions

Government Code·California

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•The boss can skip approval for small deals under $50,000 if it's good for the state.
•The boss must tell the money controller in writing about these skipped approvals.

Example

A school wants to buy new computers for $40,000.

The boss can say 'okay' without asking others if they think it's a good deal for the school. But they have to write a note to the money controller about it.

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§ 14616 Small Transaction Exemptions

The director may exempt from his or her approval or from approval of the department any transactions involving not more than fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) for which such approval is required by statute whenever, in his or her judgment, such exemption is appropriate and in the best interests of the state. Written notice of exemptions shall be given to the Controller. (Amended by Stats. 1981, Ch. 640, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

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director exempt fifty thousand dollars ($50,000)approval best interests of the state Controller

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Government Code. Section 14616.

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