About the Agency

The Secretary of State's office is comprised of nearly 500 people who are dedicated to making government more transparent and accessible in the areas of elections, business, political campaigning, legislative advocacy, and historical treasures.

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About Secretary

Dr. Shirley N. Weber was sworn in as California Secretary of State on January 29, 2021.

Bill Chapters

The Secretary of State assigns an Assembly or Senate bill (bill) a number known as the chapter number; when the Governor approves, signs, dates, and deposits the bill with the Secretary of State. This copy is the official record and law of the State.

Current Career & Contracting Opportunities

View Secretary of State career opportunities, current job openings, student intern program, and contracting opportunities.

Agency Reports

The Secretary of State is required to submit reports to the California State Legislature and to the federal government on a number of the Agency's programs.

California Roster

The California Roster, also known as the Roster of Public Officials, is a listing of California's public officeholders, including our United States government officials, the Constitutional officers, members of the State Senate and Assembly, the Judicial branch, county officials, and Incorporated city and town officials.

News Releases and Advisories

Latest News from Secretary of State's Office.

Multimedia

Keep up with the latest California Secretary of State news by signing up for our updates via email, RSS feed or Twitter, liking the Secretary of State on Facebook and watching Secretary of State videos on YouTube.

Regulations

A process of the promulgation, monitoring, and enforcement of rules, established by primary and/or delegated legislation.