California § 96501 - The issuance of refunding bonds shall not be construed as the incurring or increa

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§ 96501. The issuance of refunding bonds shall not be construed as the incurring or increa

The issuance of refunding bonds shall not be construed as the incurring or increase of an indebtedness within the meaning of this act, and the approval of the voters is not required for the issuance of refunding bonds. The board may provide for the call and redemption of any or all of the bonds on any interest payment date prior to their fixed maturity in the ordinance authorizing the issuance of the refunding bonds.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 96501

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 96501 cover?

Section 96501 ("The issuance of refunding bonds shall not be construed as the incurring or increa") 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 § 96501?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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How does California § 96501 apply to my situation?

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