SF3022

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to modify existing laws regarding access to multiple unit dwellings by census workers and political candidates. It seeks to clarify and streamline the process for these individuals to visit such residences and interact with residents.

Main Provisions

• Access Hours: The bill mandates that access to multiple unit dwellings by census workers and political candidates must be allowed during the hours between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. daily at a minimum.
• Prior Notice: It allows multiple unit dwelling owners or managers to require candidates and census workers to give prior notice—specifically, 24 hours before their visit—to gain access to the premises.
• Reasonable Identification: Candidates and census workers may be required to present reasonable and proper identification before being admitted to a dwelling.
• Good Cause Denial: The bill acknowledges the right of building owners or managers to deny admittance for good cause, such as health reasons in facilities like nursing homes or assisted living, or personal residence units like apartments and manufactured homes.
• Notification to Residents: The bill encourages owners or managers of multiple unit dwellings to inform residents about the intended presence of census workers or candidates.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill introduces specific provisions that clarify and set uniform standards for access and admittance procedures in multiple unit dwellings, potentially reducing confusion and disputes regarding the conditions under which census workers and candidates can visit these dwellings. It also emphasizes the notification of residents about expected visits, promoting transparency and preparedness among the residents.

Relevant Terms

• Canvassing
• Candidates
• Census Workers
• Multiple Unit Dwelling
• Access Hours
• Prior Notice
• Identification
• Admittance
• Residents Notification