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Assembly committee advances bill to bar registered *** offenders from running for office
Summary
Assemblymember Soria's AB 2,753, prompted by a Fresno candidacy, would disqualify people on the registered *** offender list from running for or holding local or state office; supporters said it protects public trust, while some members raised fairness and implementation questions. The committee advanced the bill.
Assemblymember Soria introduced AB 2,753 on April 15, arguing the measure is designed to close a gap in California election law after a registered *** offender announced a run for Fresno City Council earlier this year. "AB 27 53 closes that gap," Soria said, framing the bill as necessary to protect public trust and community safety.
Nelson Esparza, president of the Fresno City Council, told the committee the candidacy generated sustained disruption in his district and prompted widespread concern.…
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