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Cal. GOV § 4401

This is the official text of Cal. GOV § 4401, part of California’s Government Code — covers the structure and operation of state and local government, including public employment and public records.

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“Public agency,” as used in this chapter, includes the State, its various commissions, boards and departments and any county, city, district or state agency authorized to enter into contracts for public work.

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