California § 20500 - The contract may include any provisions consistent with this part and necessary i
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 20500 — The contract may include any provisions consistent with this part and necessary i, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20500. The contract may include any provisions consistent with this part and necessary i
The contract may include any provisions consistent with this part and necessary in the administration of this system as it affects the public agency and its employees. Whenever in this part an election is given to contracting agencies to subject themselves and their employees to provisions of this part otherwise not applicable to contracting agencies and their employees by amendment to their contracts with the board, any contract made after the effective date of the provision giving the election may include any provisions necessary to give effect to the election of the contracting agency.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 20500
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 20500 cover?
Section 20500 ("The contract may include any provisions consistent with this part and necessary i") 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 § 20500?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 20500" (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 § 20500 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.
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