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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 6Ch. 9§ 5700 State Bond Definitions

§ 5700 State Bond Definitions

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§ 5700 State Bond Definitions

Key Takeaways

  • •This law talks about 'bonds,' which are like IOUs the government or its groups use to borrow money.
  • •Bonds can be issued by the state or groups working with the state, like departments or agencies.
  • •The bonds must be for big projects, like buildings or major fixes, costing over $10,000,000.
  • •The money borrowed with these bonds is paid back over time, like rent or lease payments.

Example

The state wants to build a new school but doesn't have all the money upfront.

The state can issue bonds, which are like loans, to get the money needed. They promise to pay it back over time, just like you might pay rent every month. Since the school costs more than $10 million, this law applies.

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

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§ 5700 State Bond Definitions

“Bonds” as used in this chapter means (a) any bonds or other evidences of indebtedness issued after the effective date of this chapter by the state or any state department, board, agency or authority or (b) any bonds or other evidences of indebtedness issued by any joint powers agency created under Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 6500) of Division 7 that are payable from payments made with respect to a lease or sale of property to or from the state or any state department, board, agency, or authority. For purposes of this chapter, “evidence of indebtedness” includes, but is not limited to, certificates of participation or interests in any rental or lease payments or installment purchase payments, in an aggregate principal amount exceeding $10,000,000, to be made by the state or any state department, board, agency, or authority with respect to buildings or other capital improvements. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1743, Sec. 1. Effective September 30, 1984.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

bondsfinepropertyleaseauthorityeffective septemberevidenceparticipation

Related Statutes

  • § 26605 Sheriff'S Jail Authority
  • § 30404 County Debt Issuance Authority
  • § 53507 Bond Issuance Definitions
  • § 22960.78 Nonparticipant Spouse Retirement Benefits
  • § 25908 County Fairground Leasing Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 5700.
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