California § 12586 - It is the intention of the Legislature that nothing in Chapters 1 and 2 of this p
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 12586 — It is the intention of the Legislature that nothing in Chapters 1 and 2 of this p, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12586. It is the intention of the Legislature that nothing in Chapters 1 and 2 of this p
It is the intention of the Legislature that nothing in Chapters 1 and 2 of this part shall be deemed to change the policy of the State respecting that certain contract entered into between the Federal Government and the State of California made pursuant to an act of Congress of the United States, approved May 15, 1928 (Public, Numbered 391, Seventy-seventh Congress, First Session, 45 Statutes at Large 534, Chapter 569), and an act of the Legislature, approved May 4, 1925 (Chapter 176, Statutes of 1925, Section 8525 of this code), nor shall anything in Chapters 1 and 2 of this part be deemed or construed to modify, limit or take away from the powers and duties vested in the department by any law or in the Reclamation Board pursuant to the provisions of Part 4, Division 5, of this code.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 12586
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 12586 cover?
Section 12586 ("It is the intention of the Legislature that nothing in Chapters 1 and 2 of this p") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 12586?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 12586" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 12586 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in California.