Understanding the New Travel-Related Exceptions to California’s Gift Rules
December 2013

Post November 7, 2013

California’s Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) recently relaxed the rules on when a public official may accept free or discounted travel.

This article discusses the change and some tips for public agencies to consider.

Post March 27, 2012

Question 5: What Kind of Gift Is It and Do Special Rules Apply as a Result?
Working Through California's Gift Rules Analysis

Certain kinds of gestures either are exempt from California’s gift rules or are subject to special treatment. These include:

This resource at right explains how the gift rules apply to the above gestures.