FrankGoortani/open-us-law huggingface dataset:
Cal. WIC § 16516.6 — California Code / Code wic / Division 9 / Part 4 / Chapter 5 / Section 16516.6
Section 16516.6
Status: in_force

(a) When a county social worker or probation officer makes a regular visit with a child in any licensed, certified, or approved foster home, the regular visit shall include a private discussion between the foster child and the social worker or probation officer. The private discussion shall not be held in the presence or immediate vicinity of the foster parent or caregiver. The social worker or probation officer shall advise the foster child that he or she has the right to request that the private discussion occur outside the foster home. If a foster child requests to have the private discussion outside the foster home, that private discussion shall not replace the visit in the foster home. However, the social worker or probation officer shall not be required to schedule an additional visit to accommodate the request. The contents of the private discussion shall not be disclosed to the foster parent or caregiver, except that the social worker or probation officer may disclose information under any of the following circumstances:

(1) The social worker or probation officer believes that the foster child may be in danger of harming himself or herself, or others.

(2) The social worker or probation officer believes that disclosure is necessary to meet the needs of the child.

(3) The child consents to disclosure of the information.

(b) The location of monthly visits for each foster child who is placed in a licensed, certified, or approved foster home by a county welfare department or a county probation department shall comply with federal requirements as described in Section 624(f)(2)(A) of Title 42 of the United States Code. No more than two consecutive monthly visits may be held outside the residence of the foster child.

(c) If the visit does not occur in the place of residence, the social worker or probation officer shall document in the case file and in the court report the location of the visit and the reason for the visit occurring outside the place of residence.
Cal. HSC § 34212 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 24 / Part 2 / Chapter 1 / Article 1 / Section 34212
Section 34212
Status: in_force

“Housing project” means any work or undertaking to be financed in whole or in part by the federal government or a state public body or to which the federal government or a state public body extends assistance by supplying all or part of the labor, by guaranteeing the payment of liens, by providing financing through the issuance of its debt obligations, or otherwise, for any one or a combination of the following purposes:

(a)  To demolish, clear, or remove buildings from any slum area. Such work or undertaking may embrace the adaptation of the area to public purposes, including parks or other recreational or community purposes.

(b)  To provide decent, safe, and sanitary urban or rural dwellings, apartments, or other living accommodations for persons of low income and persons and households eligible for housing assistance pursuant to Section 34312.3. Such work or undertaking may include buildings, land, equipment, facilities, and other real or personal property for necessary, convenient, or desirable appurtenances, streets, sewers, water service, parks, site preparation, gardening, administrative, community, health, recreational, educational, welfare, or other purposes.

“Housing projects” also includes the planning of the buildings and improvements, the acquisition of property, the demolition of existing structures, the construction, reconstruction, alteration, and repair of the improvements, and all other work in connection therewith.

For the purposes of this section, “state public body” means the state, any city, county, city and county, borough, commission, district, authority, or other subdivision or public body of the state, including any housing authority.
Cal. PUC § 11886.1 — California Code / Code puc / Division 6 / Chapter 3 / Article 4 / Section 11886.1
Section 11886.1
Status: in_force

The board of a district which has owned and operated an electric distribution system for at least eight years and has a population of 250,000 or more may delegate to the general manager the authority to take any or all of the actions provided for in Section 11886.
Cal. WAT § 52857 — California Code / Code wat / Division 15 / Part 8 / Chapter 5 / Section 52857
Section 52857
Status: in_force

The county treasurer may invest any money in the reserve fund in bonds of the United States or of the State of California, and bonds so purchased and held in the reserve fund may be sold by the county treasurer and the proceeds temporarily reinvested in such bonds.
Cal. WAT § 12705 — California Code / Code wat / Division 6 / Part 6 / Chapter 2 / Article 3 / Section 12705
Section 12705
Status: in_force

The City of Santa Cruz shall give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that the local cooperation required by the Federal Flood Control Act of 1954 will be furnished by the city in connection with the plan of flood control adopted and authorized in Section 12704.
Cal. VEH § 675.5 — California Code / Code veh / Division 1 / Section 675.5
Section 675.5
Status: in_force

A “vehicle verifier” is a person not expressly excluded by Section 675.6 who inspects, records, documents, and submits to the department, or its authorized representative, such proof of vehicle identification as may be required by the department for the purpose of registering or transferring the ownership of vehicles.
Cal. PUC § 142258 — California Code / Code puc / Division 15 / Chapter 6 / Section 142258
Section 142258
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided by Section 142260, the transportation planning agency may amend the expenditure plan. The transportation planning agency, at a minimum, shall review biennially and assess the needs for transportation improvements contained in the expenditure plan as specified in Section 142255. As part of this review and assessment, the transportation planning agency may solicit proposals for transportation improvements from the Department of Transportation and the cities and the county. The transportation planning agency shall adopt a procedure for evaluating these proposals in consultation with the Department of Transportation and the cities and the county.

(b) Based on the evaluation, the transportation planning agency shall prepare an updated plan for the expenditure of the revenues expected to be derived from the retail transactions and use tax imposed pursuant to this chapter, together with other federal, state, and local improvements, for the period during which the tax is imposed. The first five years of the plan shall be incorporated into the transportation planning agency’s annual submission to the California Transportation Commission for the state transportation improvement program pursuant to Chapter 2.5 (commencing with Section 65080) of Division 1 of Title 7 of the Government Code.

(c) The expenditure plan shall also include projections of revenues likely to be available from other federal, state, and local funds expected to be available for expenditure plan transportation improvements for the period during which the tax is imposed.

(d) Before adoption of an expenditure plan, the transportation planning agency shall conduct public hearings on the plan.
Cal. RTC § 17132.8 — California Code / Code rtc / Division 2 / Part 10 / Chapter 3 / Article 3 / Section 17132.8
Section 17132.8
Status: in_force

(a) For purposes of this part, Part 10.2 (commencing with Section 18401), and Part 11 (commencing with Section 23001), gross income shall not include any amount received from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, out of amounts transferred from the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund established by the Virginia Tech Foundation, an organization organized and operated as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, if that amount is paid on account of the events on April 16, 2007, at that university.

(b) This section shall apply without regard to taxable year.
Cal. BPC § 2539.4 — California Code / Code bpc / Division 2 / Chapter 5.3 / Article 9 / Section 2539.4
Section 2539.4
Status: in_force

(a) To the extent not inconsistent with federal law, a licensed dispensing audiologist shall, before the consummation of a sale of a hearing aid that uses proprietary programming software or locked, nonproprietary programming software, provide the purchaser with a written notice in 12-point type or larger that states the following: “The hearing aid being purchased uses proprietary or locked programming software and can only be serviced or programmed at specific facilities or locations.” The written notice shall be signed by the purchaser before the sale. The licensed dispensing audiologist shall keep and maintain a copy of the notice in accordance with Section 2539.10.

(1) For purposes of this subdivision, the following definitions apply:

(A) “Proprietary programming software” means software used to program hearing aids that is supplied by a hearing aid distributor or manufacturer for the exclusive use by affiliated providers. This software is locked and inaccessible to nonaffiliated providers.

(B) “Locked, nonproprietary programming software” means software that any provider can render inaccessible to other hearing aid programmers.

(b) A licensed dispensing audiologist shall, upon the consummation of a sale of a hearing aid, deliver to the purchaser a written receipt, signed by or on behalf of the licensed dispensing audiologist, containing all of the following:

(1) The date of consummation of the sale.

(2) Specifications as to the make, serial number, and model number of the hearing aid or aids sold.

(3) The address of the principal place of business of the licensed dispensing audiologist, and the address and office hours at which the licensed dispensing audiologist shall be available for fitting or postfitting adjustments and servicing of the hearing aid or aids sold.

(4) A statement to the effect that the aid or aids delivered to the purchaser are used or reconditioned, as the case may be, if that is the fact.

(5) The number of the licensed dispensing audiologist’s license and the name and license number of any other hearing aid dispenser, temporary licensee, or audiologist who provided any recommendation or consultation regarding the purchase of the hearing aid.

(6) The terms of any guarantee or written warranty, required by Section 1793.02 of the Civil Code, made to the purchaser with respect to the hearing aid or hearing aids.
Cal. VEH § 22353.5 — California Code / Code veh / Division 11 / Chapter 7 / Article 1 / Section 22353.5
Section 22353.5
Status: in_force

When conducting an engineering and traffic survey of the public streets within the boundaries of the common interest development known as Orange Park Acres, in addition to the factors set forth in Section 627, the County of Orange may also consider equestrian safety.
Cal. HSC § 112655 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 104 / Part 6 / Chapter 8 / Article 1 / Section 112655
Section 112655
Status: in_force

“Meat or meat products” as used in this chapter, means any meat or meat product or poultry or poultry product that is not subject to the inspection of the Bureau of Meat Inspection or the Bureau of Poultry Inspection of the Department of Food and Agriculture, or of the Meat Inspection Division or Poultry Division of the United States Department of Agriculture, or of an approved municipal inspection department or establishment.
Cal. HSC § 6746 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 6 / Part 1 / Chapter 7 / Article 4 / Section 6746
Section 6746
Status: in_force

After the entry in the minutes of the resolution fixing the rate of the tax the board shall cause the district assessor to compute the amount of the tax upon each item of real and personal property, and enter the amount on the assessment roll.
Cal. FAC § 58502 — California Code / Code fac / Division 21 / Part 1 / Chapter 5 / Section 58502
Section 58502
Status: in_force

(a) A person or gleaner engaged in the business of processing, distributing, or selling an agricultural product may donate, free of charge, a product that is in a condition that it may be used as food for human consumption to a nonprofit charitable organization within the state. Food facilities may donate food directly to end recipients for consumption. The donation of nonperishable food that is fit for human consumption, but that has exceeded the labeled shelf life date recommended by the manufacturer is protected under the California Good Samaritan Food Donation Act. The donation of perishable food that is fit for human consumption, but that has exceeded the labeled shelf life date recommended by the manufacturer is protected under the California Good Samaritan Food Donation Act if the person that distributes the food to the end recipient makes a good faith evaluation that the food to be donated is wholesome.

(b) To assist in accomplishing the purposes of this section, the director may divert agricultural products to organizations operating pursuant to this chapter.
Cal. HSC § 25410 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 20 / Chapter 6.91 / Section 25410
Section 25410
Status: in_force

The Legislature finds and declares the following:

(a)  Hazardous materials, including hazardous substances and hazardous wastes, are present in the state and pose acute and chronic health risks to individuals who live and work in this state, and who are exposed to these substances as a result of fires, spills, industrial accidents, or other types of releases or emissions.

(b)  The people who live and work in this state have a right and a need to know of the use and dangers of hazardous materials in their communities in order to plan for, and respond to, potential exposure to these materials.

(c)  Basic information on the location, type, characteristics, and health risks of hazardous materials used, stored, or disposed of in the state is not currently available to firefighters, health officials, planners, elected officials, and residents. There are gaps in the information collected and the data is stored in various formats, thereby limiting its effective use to protect the public health and safety.

(d)  Existing state data base computer systems are not capable of effectively exchanging hazardous material information nor are they accessible to state and local agencies which have a need for the information.
Cal. RTC § 7222 — California Code / Code rtc / Division 2 / Part 1.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 7222
Section 7222
Status: in_force

For purposes of this chapter:

(a) “Contract” means any agreement for state administration of local sales and use taxes.

(b) “Local jurisdiction” means any local agency authorized to impose a tax under this part or in conformity with this part.

(c) “Local tax” means any tax imposed by a local jurisdiction under this part or any tax imposed in conformity with this part.
Cal. HSC § 1250.1 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 2 / Chapter 2 / Article 1 / Section 1250.1
Section 1250.1
Status: in_force

(a) The department shall adopt regulations that define all of the following bed classifications for health facilities:

(1) General acute care.

(2) Skilled nursing.

(3) Intermediate care-developmental disabilities.

(4) Intermediate care—other.

(5) Acute psychiatric.

(6) Specialized care, with respect to special hospitals only.

(7) Chemical dependency recovery.

(8) Intermediate care facility/developmentally disabled habilitative.

(9) Intermediate care facility/developmentally disabled nursing.

(10) Congregate living health facility.

(11) Pediatric day health and respite care facility, as defined in Section 1760.2.

(12) Correctional treatment center. For correctional treatment centers that provide psychiatric and psychological services provided by county mental health agencies in local detention facilities, the State Department of State Hospitals shall adopt regulations specifying acute and nonacute levels of 24-hour care. Licensed inpatient beds in a correctional treatment center shall be used only for the purpose of providing health services.

(13) Hospice facility.

(b) Except as provided in Section 1253.1, beds classified as intermediate care beds, on September 27, 1978, shall be reclassified by the department as intermediate care—other. This reclassification shall not constitute a “project” within the meaning of Section 127170 and shall not be subject to any requirement for a certificate of need under Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 127125) of Part 2 of Division 107, and regulations of the department governing intermediate care prior to the effective date shall continue to be applicable to the intermediate care—other classification unless and until amended or repealed by the department.
Cal. PUC § 130640 — California Code / Code puc / Division 12 / Chapter 6 / Section 130640
Section 130640
Status: in_force

(a) Board members shall not engage in personal attacks on MTA employees or attempt to discipline any employee.

(b) Any concerns regarding an employee’s performance shall be communicated to the chief executive officer.

(c) Any concerns regarding the performance of an officer of the board shall be communicated to that officer.

(d) This section does not limit the right of the board to evaluate board officers.
Cal. FAC § 55744 — California Code / Code fac / Division 20 / Chapter 6 / Article 12 / Section 55744
Section 55744
Status: in_force

The department also has jurisdiction over any such complaint or dispute if the processor has failed to perform in accordance with any alternative dispute resolution procedure award that is made in accordance with the terms of the written contract.
Cal. LAB § 7913 — California Code / Code lab / Division 5 / Part 8 / Section 7913
Section 7913
Status: in_force

Nothing contained in this part shall prevent cities, counties, and cities and counties from regulating carnivals or amusement rides, nor prevent them from enacting legislation more restrictive than this part with respect to carnivals or amusement rides.
Cal. RTC § 46154.1 — California Code / Code rtc / Division 2 / Part 24 / Chapter 3 / Article 1 / Section 46154.1
Section 46154.1
Status: in_force

If the information return pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 46151 is not filed within the time prescribed, a penalty of five hundred dollars ($500) shall be assessed.
Cal. FAC § 78835.5 — California Code / Code fac / Division 22 / Part 2 / Chapter 24.5 / Article 2 / Section 78835.5
Section 78835.5
Status: in_force

“Process” or “processed” means producing must, grape juice, grape concentrate, wine, or other winegrape products, including high proof and brandy from winegrapes.
Cal. SHC § 35104 — California Code / Code shc / Division 18 / Part 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 35104
Section 35104
Status: in_force

“Net revenues,” as used with reference to a parking meter, means the revenues remaining after deductions for the cost of acquiring the meter and the cost of its maintenance, operation, repair, and servicing, and the cost of collecting the revenues therefrom, without allowance for depreciation or obsolescence.
Cal. HSC § 25215.8 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 20 / Chapter 6.5 / Article 10.5.1 / Section 25215.8
Section 25215.8
Status: in_force

(a) A person shall not manufacture, sell, or install a wheel weight in California that contains more than 0.1 percent lead by weight.

(b) If the department identifies an alternative to lead contained in wheel weights as a chemical of concern pursuant to Section 25252, the lead alternative remains subject to the evaluation process imposed pursuant to Section 25253 to determine how best to limit exposure or to reduce the level of hazard posed by the lead alternative.

(c) This section shall not be construed to restrict the authority of the department pursuant to Sections 25252 and 25253 relating to a chemical or chemical ingredient contained in wheel weights, including, but not limited to, an alternative to lead.
Cal. FAC § 17092 — California Code / Code fac / Division 9 / Part 1 / Chapter 7 / Article 4 / Section 17092
Section 17092
Status: in_force

If after 14 days from the date of the first posting of notice no satisfactory proof of ownership of the animal has been made, or if the owner fails or refuses to pay all expenses which were incurred, the director shall sell the animal at public sale.

All sales which are made pursuant to this chapter convey a good and valid title to the purchaser. The former owner of the animal so sold is thereafter barred from all right to recover it.
Cal. WIC § 358.2 — California Code / Code wic / Division 2 / Part 1 / Chapter 2 / Article 9 / Section 358.2
Section 358.2
Status: in_force

The court report prepared pursuant to Section 358.1 shall include a copy of each child and family team action plan, as required by subparagraph (B) of paragraph (5) of subdivision (a) of Section 16501, that is completed on or after January 1, 2026, and was not previously provided to the court.
Cal. MVC § 616 — California Code / Code mvc / Division 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 616
Section 616
Status: in_force

Any person who displays a red flag, banner, or badge or any flag, badge, banner, or device of any color or form whatever in any public place or in any meeting place or public assembly, or from or on any house, building, or window as a sign, symbol, or emblem of forceful or violent opposition to organized government or as an invitation or stimulus to anarchistic action or as aid to propaganda that advocates by force or violence the overthrow of government is guilty of a felony.
Cal. FAC § 78611 — California Code / Code fac / Division 22 / Part 2 / Chapter 24 / Article 1 / Section 78611
Section 78611
Status: in_force

The commission form of administration created by this chapter is uniquely situated to provide those engaged in the production of tomatoes the opportunity to avail themselves of the benefits of collective action of the broad fields of development, maintenance, and expansion of markets, marketing research, advertising and promotion, and production and processing research necessary to achieve the purposes stated herein.
Cal. BPC § 6230 — California Code / Code bpc / Division 3 / Chapter 4 / Article 15 / Section 6230
Section 6230
Status: in_force

It is the intent of the Legislature that the State Bar of California seek ways and means to identify and rehabilitate attorneys with impairment due to substance use or a mental health disorder affecting competency so that attorneys so afflicted may be treated and returned to the practice of law in a manner that will not endanger the public health and safety.
Cal. HSC § 113874 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 104 / Part 7 / Chapter 2 / Section 113874
Section 113874
Status: in_force

“Premises” means:

(a) The food facility, its contents, and the contiguous land or property and its facilities and contents that are under the control of the permitholder.

(b) The food facility, its contents, and the land or property not described in subdivision (a) if the facility and contents are under the control of the permitholder and may impact food facility personnel, facilities, or operations.
Cal. HSC § 1797.103 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 2.5 / Chapter 3 / Article 1 / Section 1797.103
Section 1797.103
Status: in_force

The authority shall develop planning and implementation guidelines for emergency medical services systems which address the following components:

(a)  Manpower and training.

(b)  Communications.

(c)  Transportation.

(d)  Assessment of hospitals and critical care centers.

(e)  System organization and management.

(f)  Data collection and evaluation.

(g)  Public information and education.

(h)  Disaster response.