AB 248: Relating to: vacancies in appointive state offices.
AB 248 status: To Governor — Failed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82 (updated May 13, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill changes the rules for how to fill state government jobs that are appointed rather than elected. It is currently being reviewed by the Assembly.
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Impact analysis
Environment
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- No direct effect identified
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- No direct effect identified
Economy
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- No direct effect identified
Society
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- No direct effect identified
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OpenStates
Confidence
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Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Potential for institutional conflict between legislative and executive branches.
Analysis based on summary only; full bill text not provided.
Where it stands
Introduced
CompleteCommittee
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CompleteGovernor
CurrentFailed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82
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