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HomeWater CodeDiv. 6Pt. 6Ch. 8§ 12942 Bond Sale Authorization

§ 12942 Bond Sale Authorization

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§ 12942 Bond Sale Authorization

Key Takeaways

  • •The State Treasurer can sell bonds without needing the Governor's approval.
  • •The State Treasurer decides when to sell the bonds.
  • •Normal rules requiring the Governor's direction for bond sales do not apply here.

Example

Imagine the state needs money to build new schools.

The State Treasurer can sell bonds to get the money without having to ask the Governor for permission first.

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

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§ 12942 Bond Sale Authorization

The committee may authorize the State Treasurer to sell all or any part of the bonds herein authorized at such date or dates as may be fixed by the State Treasurer and no direction of the Governor shall be required. The provisions of Sections 16750 and 16754 of the Government Code respecting the direction of the Governor shall not be applicable to such sale. (Added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 1762.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

committeeState TreasurerbondsGovernorSections 16750 and 16754Government Code

Related Statutes

  • § 11737 Bond Signing Requirements
  • § 11770 Construction Bond Interest Payments
  • § 13874 Bond Sale Authorization
  • § 13968 Bond Sale Authorization
  • § 11700 Department Bond Issuance Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 12942.
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