Nonprofit Integrity Act

In 2004, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed into law SB 1262, the Nonprofit Integrity Act of 2004. Sponsored by Attorney General Bill Lockyer and carried by Senator Byron Sher (D-Palo Alto).  SB 1262, as it finally emerged after extensive amendments, addresses two broad areas of nonprofit activity: governance of charitable organizations and fundraising by or on behalf of charitable organizations. The Act took effect January 1, 2005.

Nonprofit Integrity Act Summary

Ensuring Nonprofit Integrity: A CAN Publication

Ten Principles Your Nonprofit Can Adopt: A CAN Publication

Nonprofit Integrity Act: How to Comply (members only)

Registry of Charitable Trust: The Attorney General's web site for additional information