Central OC Times

SACRAMENTO (September 26, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) has announced the signing of three more bills she authored into law. On August 31, the California Legislature concluded the 2024 Legislative Session, sending approximately 1,000 bills to the Governor for his signature or veto.

Assembly Bill 2067 mandates that large financial institutions with more than nine branches designate multiple legal process locations throughout the state. "This measure is in direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which limited Sheriff Departments’ ability to timely issue writs and levies, particularly in Los Angeles County," said Assemblymember Dixon. "This growing backlog could be alleviated by allowing more than just one location to receive legal service of process."

Additionally, AB 2337 was signed into law to permit electronic signatures for certain workers’ compensation forms. "The use of electronic signatures was originally a measure to encourage safety during the COVID-19 pandemic," said Assemblymember Dixon. "Now it will be used as a commonplace measure and will make workers’ compensation appeals proceedings quicker and more efficient."

The Governor also signed AB 2817, authorizing the City of Laguna Beach to discuss with CalTrans about relinquishing a section of State Highway Route 1. This would allow the City more control and responsibility over one of their main roadways.

Earlier this year, the Governor signed Assembly Bill 1774 addressing E-Bike Safety and Assembly Bill 2393 regarding an extension of the Newport Dunes Lease. Assemblymember Dixon has one more bill on the Governor’s desk awaiting action. The Governor has until the end of September to sign bills into law, veto them or do nothing, which allows them to become law.