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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 1Pt. 3Ch. 1Art. 1§ 52008 Federal Government Definition

§ 52008 Federal Government Definition

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§ 52008 Federal Government Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •This law defines what 'federal government' means.
  • •It includes the United States and any part of it, like agencies or tools it uses.
  • •This definition helps other laws know what 'federal government' refers to.

Example

When a new law talks about the 'federal government,'

It means the whole U.S. and all its parts, like the FBI or the Post Office.

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

Official Source
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§ 52008 Federal Government Definition

“Federal government” means the United States, or any agency or instrumentality of the United States. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1550, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

federal governmentunited statesin californiadefinitioninstrumentality

Related Statutes

  • § 50002 Local Government Definitions
  • § 52004 City Definition
  • § 52010 Authority Bond Definitions
  • § 54700.8 State Agency Definition
  • § 11003 Mailing Deadline For Filings

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 52008.
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