This Unit reports to the Sheriff and Undersheriff and is responsible for state and federal legislative activities. Its specific duties include the following:
introduce and run legislation on the state level;
tracking and analyzing legislation on the state and federal levels;
supporting or opposing legislation on the state or federal level;
work with lawmakers, both on the state and federal levels, on budget issues and programs;
assisting with the application process for federal appropriations;
represent the Department in the Legislative Committee of the California State Sheriff’s Association;
represent the Department in the Law and Legislative Committee of the California Peace Officers Association;
act as a liaison with the National Sheriff’s Association; and
act as liaison to other law enforcement agencies and State agencies regarding legislative matters.