California § 12819 - Every district furnishing light, heat, or power shall expend no funds for adverti
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§ 12819. Every district furnishing light, heat, or power shall expend no funds for adverti
(a) Every district furnishing light, heat, or power shall expend no funds for advertising when the advertising encourages increased consumption of the services or commodities. (b) Nothing in this section shall prohibit a district furnishing light, heat, or power from expending funds for advertising which encourages the more efficient operation of the facilities, works, or utilities of the district, or for advertising which encourages the more efficient use of light, heat, or power, the conservation of energy or natural resources, or presents accurate information on the economical purchase, maintenance, or use of any appliance or device using light, heat, or power. (c) Nothing in this section shall prohibit a district furnishing light, heat, or power from expending funds for advertising for the purposes of economic development that benefits ratepayers, retaining customers, marketing competitive services and commodities, or promoting electrotechnologies that enhance productivity or provide environmental benefits, within or without the district.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 12819
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 12819 cover?
Section 12819 ("Every district furnishing light, heat, or power shall expend no funds for adverti") 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 § 12819?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 12819 apply to my situation?
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