Louisiana constitution of 1974 louisiana state senate november 18, 2019 compiled from the louisiana senate statutory database. People may alter or abolish form of government proviso. Its preferred interpretation shall reasonably restrain most the growth of government. The people of connecticut acknowledging with gratitude, the good providence of god, in having permitted them to enjoy a free government. California may have more current or accurate information. The state of california is an inseparable part of the united states of america, and the united states constitution is the supreme law of the land. Effective january 1, 2008, however, california rule of court, rule 1. Many of the individual rights clauses in the california constitution are broader than the bill of rights in the federal constitution. The california constitution strongly protects the corporate existence of cities and counties by granting them broad plenary home rule powers. Some recent amendments have included a change to california s term limits law through the passage of proposition 28 2012, the california legislature. It is important to note that our state constitution is a living document. This is findlaws hosted version of the constitution of the state of california 1879. Constitution of the state of cal ifornia 1849 we, the people of california, grateful to almighty god for our freedom, in order to secure its blessings, do establish this constitution. State constitutions are usually longer than 8,500 words because they are more detailed regarding the daytoday relationships between government and the people.
Comparing californias constitutional provisions on religion to the u. Beginning at a point on the western boundary of the state of missouri, where the thirtyseventh parallel of north latitude crosses the same. As amended through calendar year 2019 table of contents preamble article i. Constitution of the united states no person shall be a senator who shall not have attained to the age of thirty years, and been nine years a citizen of the united states, and who shall not, when elected, be an inhabitant of that state for which he shall be chosen. The seal of the assembly of the state of california was proposed by the honorable leo j. The original constitution, adopted in november 1849 in advance of california attaining u. All men areby nature free and independent, and hane certain inalienable rights. Voters will cast their ballots by ranking candidates from 1 to the total number of candidates on the ballot, the lowest number referring to a voters first choice. California constitution of 1879, prior to any amendments the original of this document is in. A citizen of california shall be defined as a person who was born within the state s boundaries or those who are approved to establish residency within california. The constitution of the state of california classic reprint. California state archives 1020 o street sacramento ca 95814 constitution of the state of california.
California constitution section 8 commission on judicial performance a the commission on judicial performance consists of one judge of a court of appeal, and two judges of superior courts, each appointed by the supreme court. A state officer who is not recalled shall be reimbursed by the state for the officers recall election expenses legally and personally incurred. This is the handwritten parchment copy of the constitution that the delegates signed on october, 1849. Constitutional convention of 1849 california state. Constitution california historysocial science standards. Cunningham 1993, the california state constitution. It was ordered placed among the archives of the state. It has been amended over 500 times since its adoption in 1879. We, the students of the southern california junior state of america, determined to achieve a better understanding of the governmental process, increase our awareness of contemporary issues, promote civil activism in politics, encourage good leadership.
Constitution imposes upon the state of california or any public entity, board, or official any obligations or responsibilities which exceed those imposed by the equal protection clause of the 14th amendment to the united states constitution with respect to the use of pupil school assignment or pupil transportation. The working papers of the california constitutional convention of 1878 and 1879 contain the. Constitution of the state of california 1879 findlaw. The california constituiton, the classroom and the courtroom. The california state constitution provides an outstanding constitutional and historical account of the state s basic governing charter. Constitution of the state of california 1849 we, the people of california, grateful to almighty god for our freedom, in order to secure its blessings, do establish this constitution. California state archives has pdf versions of the state constitution in both english and spanish accessible through its web site. The official state colors, blue and gold, were used as a background. The constitution of the state of florida as revised in 1968 consisted of certain revised articles as proposed by three jointresolutions which were adopted during thespecial session of june 24july 3, 1968, and ratified by the electorate on november 5, 1968, together with one article carried forward from the constitution of 1885, as amended. Arizona constitution article i preamble we the people of the state of arizona, grateful to almighty god for our liberties, do ordain this constitution. Thirtyone stars are displayed, one for each state which comprised the union following the admission of california september 9, 1850. Only time governor has flexibility is when the legislature adjourns and he has 30 days to veto or sign bills. This section takes effect december 31, 1992 or as stated.
Article i bill of rights that the general, great and essential principles of liberty and free government may be recognized and established, we declare. Note the phrases riparian rights and reasonable and beneficial use. The state s first constitution was adopted in november 1849 in advance of california attaining u. The people shall have the right to fish upon and from the public lands of the state and in the waters thereof, excepting upon lands set aside for fish hatcheries, and no land owned by the state shall ever be sold or transferred without reserving in the people the absolute right to fish thereupon. The completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869 was a major event in california history. In its current incarnation, the constitution reflects the state s mistrust of elected officials, gives cities and towns broad home rule powers, and outlines governance for the state s university system.
The rate of interest upon the loan or forbearance of any money, goods, or things in action, or on accounts after demand, shall be 7 percent per annum but it shall be competent for the parties to any loan or forbearance of any money, goods or things in. California s first constitution was approved in 1849 and was published in both english and spanish. Use this page to navigate to all sections within the constitution of the state of california 1879. Constitution of the state of kansas secretary of state. State, a case about teacher evaluation and employment regulations, has thrust the issue of educational adequacy into the spotlight in california. The idea of publishing an annotated illinois constitution was conceived by associate director gerald l.
Full text and digital images of the english version and images of the spanish version are available. The design for the great seal of the state of california was adopted at the constitutional convention in 1849. Constitution of the state of california san francisco. The convention met at carson city on july 4, 1864, and adjourned on july 28 of the same year.
Senate joint resolution 18 is to be submitted for approval or rejection at. Each article is organized by a heading and section numbers. Feb 27, 20 notwithstanding any other provision of this constitution or existing law, a person elected to or serving in the legislature on or after november 1, 1990, shall participate in the federal social security retirement, disability, health insurance program and the state shall pay only the employers share of the contribution necessary to such. National education association nea, 200809 when adjusted for regional cost differences of providing education. The state organization shall be divided into geographical regions which correspond, exactly, to the geographical service areas designated by the state supervisor of agricultural education for the purpose of school contact and technical assistance coverage by regional supervisors of agricultural education. State and local government elections in california will be conducted through a ranking system. California constitutionarticle xi wikisource, the free. Constitution california research indepth guides at. Article i name and boundaries the name of this state is new mexico, and its boundaries. California constitutionarticle iv wikisource, the free. Full text of constitution of the state of california and. In enforcing this subdivision or any other provision of this constitution, no court of this state may impose upon the state of california or any public entity, board, or official any obligation or responsibility with respect to the use of pupil school assignment or pupil transportation, 1 except to remedy a specific violation by such party.
Constitution of oregon proposed amendments and revisions the 2019 regular session of the legislative assembly proposed one amendment to the constitution of the state of oregon. Designation of boundaries the boundaries of the state of arizona shall be as follows, namely. Table of contents for the constitution of california. To some degree it carries forward the work of george d. Must do so within 12 days or the bill automatically becomes law. The constitution of the state of california is the document that establishes and describes the duties, powers, structure and function of the government of the u. To do when pdf files do not open correctlydisable pdf view in browser. The california constitution is the basic governing document of california. Documents that are not available electronically include. We, the people of the state of california, grateful to almighty god for our freedom, in order to secure and perpetuate its blessings, do establish this constitution. California state constitution the constitution of the state of california is the document that establishes and describes the duties, powers, structure and function of the government of california. The iron horse linked california with the rest of the nation and ushered in an era of economic consolidation. Gherardini and sponsored by senator dawn clark netsch in 1979.
The 1879 constitution is the third longest in the world. California constitutionarticle ii wikisource, the free. In the united states, each state has its own written constitution usually, they are much longer than the united states constitution, which only contains 4,543 words. The constitution of the united states preamble we the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do. To amend the constitution of the state of california, an amendment must be. The california state constitution is grouped into subject matter areas known as articles. We, the people of the state of california, grateful to. We make no warranties or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained on this site or the information linked to on the state site.
The constitutions of california and the united states with. The constitution of the state of california classic reprint constitution, california. Federal land ownership began when the original states ceded their western. The boundaries of the state are those stated in the constitution. Californiaconstitution versus federal constitution.
This constitution may not be the most recent version. Jul 31, 2019 ar constitution ser constitution cir constitution. Texas is a free and independent state, subject only to the constitution of the united states, and. We, the people of the state of michigan, grateful to almighty god for the blessings of freedom, and earnestly desiring to secure these blessings undiminished to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this constitution. California style manual for many years, the california style manual has served as the official guide for styling citations to legal materials in documents filed with state courts in california. Ryan, assemblyman from the 27th district in san mateo county, and adopted by the full assembly in 1967.
Constitution of michigan of 1963 preamble preamble. As such, california and its constitution are prohibited from violating fundamental rights provided by the united states constitution. That constitution was replaced by the current constitution, which was ratified on may 7, 1879. Federal constitutional protections apply to the states by means of the fourteenth amendment. Whenever i am asked, yeah but, where is it written how much my riparian right is, i refer them to our state constitution, article 10, section 2. Full text of constitution of the state of california and summary of amendments see other formats. We the people of alaska, grateful to god and to those who founded our nation and pioneered this great land, in order to secure and transmit to succeeding generations our heritage of political, civil, and religious liberty within the union of states, do ordain and establish this constitution for the state. The original constitution of the state of california, 1849.
Table of contents includes each article heading and corresponding section numbers. Comparing californias constitutional provisions on religion. The table of contents includes each article heading and corresponding section numbers. The california constitution wiki, a wiki project to redesign the state s constitution. Feb 27, 20 if recall of the governor or secretary of state is initiated, the recall duties of that office shall be performed by the lieutenant governor or controller, respectively. The impact of the railroad california state university. The name of this organization shall be the california association, future farmers of america. California constitution we, the people of the state of.
The california constitution, the courtroom, and the classroom 17 diagnosing the problem. The state constitution includes additional protections that the federal constitution does not. In construing constitutional provisions added by initiative, california courts frequently refer to the ballot arguments in favor of such initiatives as an. Article i, section 1 of the california consti tution a state constitutional privacy guarantee was added to the california constitution by an initiative passed in the 1972 general election.
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