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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 1Pt. 1Ch. 3.5Art. 2§ 50738 Bond Interest Rate Limits

§ 50738 Bond Interest Rate Limits

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§ 50738 Bond Interest Rate Limits

Key Takeaways

  • •Bonds can earn up to 8% interest per year.
  • •Interest can be paid once a year, twice a year, or a mix of both.
  • •The board can set rules on how interest is paid before the bonds are issued.

Example

If you buy a bond from the city, you might get interest payments.

The city can decide to pay you 5% interest every year, but they can't pay more than 8%. They might pay you twice a year or once a year.

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

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§ 50738 Bond Interest Rate Limits

Bonds shall bear interest at a rate of not to exceed 8 percent per annum, payable annually or semiannually or in part annually and in part semiannually. Prior to the issuance of bonds the board may fix limitations or restrictions on the payment of interest. (Amended by Stats. 1975, Ch. 130.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

bondsissuance

Related Statutes

  • § 50739 Bond Call Provisions
  • § 50716 Revenue Bond Issuance Rules
  • § 50737 Bond Issuance And Registration
  • § 50746 Bond Revenue Lien Authority
  • § 50747 Interim Revenue Bond Certificates

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 50738.
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