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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 1Ch. 5.6Art. 3§ 8411 Volunteer Commission Duties

§ 8411 Volunteer Commission Duties

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§ 8411 Volunteer Commission Duties

Key Takeaways

  • •There is a group called the Board of Commissioners that helps CaliforniaVolunteers.
  • •The Board must follow rules from a federal law (Title 42, Section 12638 of the U.S. Code).
  • •The Governor picks who is on the Board.
  • •The Board can give advice, talk to different groups, work with other state programs, and promote volunteering.

Example

If a new program starts to help kids read, the Board might visit the program to see how it's doing and talk at the opening event.

The Board supports programs like this by checking on them and helping spread the word.

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

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§ 8411 Volunteer Commission Duties

(a) There is continued into existence a Board of Commissioners under CaliforniaVolunteers. (b) For purposes of fulfilling the requirements of the act, the commission shall do all of the following: (1) Take all actions necessary to meet the requirements of the act and its implementing rules and regulations. (2) Be responsible for the duties described in Section 12638(e) of Title 42 of the United States Code. (3) Be appointed by the Governor and function pursuant to the requirements in Section 12638 of Title 42 of the United States Code. (c) The commission may also do any of the following for purposes of supporting CaliforniaVolunteers: (1) Advise and participate in the work of CaliforniaVolunteers, including, but not limited to, policy, communication and program decisionmaking, and special initiatives, by attending meetings and participating on committees, working groups, and task forces. (2) Conduct outreach to specific constituencies, including, but not limited to, government, nonprofit, business, and labor, to seek these constituencies’ participation in and support of CaliforniaVolunteers activities and programs. (3) Coordinate with other state agencies and volunteer service programs to ensure a comprehensive and integrated service system within the state. (4) Promote community service throughout the state by representing CaliforniaVolunteers at service-related events and venues. (5) Support programs funded by CaliforniaVolunteers by participating in site visits and speaking at launch or graduation activities. (Repealed and added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 41, Sec. 30. (SB 164) Effective June 29, 2024.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 8410 California Service Trust Definitions
  • § 8412 Commission Member Appointment Requirements
  • § 11545 Department Of Technology Authority
  • § 8407 Volunteer Program Funding Authority
  • § 8413 Commission Member Expense Reimbursement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 8411.
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