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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 3Pt. 8.5Ch. 1§ 15551 Labor Agency Leadership

§ 15551 Labor Agency Leadership

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§ 15551 Labor Agency Leadership

Key Takeaways

  • •The state has a big boss for work and job rules called the Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development.
  • •The Governor picks this boss, but the Senate has to say yes first.
  • •The Governor can fire this boss anytime they want.

Example

Imagine your school principal picks a new teacher, but the school board has to agree first.

Just like that, the Governor picks the work boss, but the Senate has to agree. And if the Governor doesn’t like the job the boss is doing, they can fire them anytime.

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

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§ 15551 Labor Agency Leadership

The Labor and Workforce Development Agency in state government is under the supervision of an executive officer known as the Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development. The secretary shall be appointed by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the Senate, and shall hold office at the pleasure of the Governor. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 859, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2003.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

Labor and Workforce Development AgencySecretary of Labor and Workforce DevelopmentGovernorSenate

Related Statutes

  • § 12901 Civil Rights Department Creation
  • § 12903 Civil Rights Council Composition
  • § 13976 Transportation Agency Leadership
  • § 14003 Director Appointment And Salary
  • § 14502 Commission Membership Appointments

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 15551.
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