California AB 2507 replaces Governor's Tribal Advisor with Office o…

Where This Stands

Currently Unknown. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Introduced.

Last action

In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.May 6, 2026

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2 versions on file

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The Frame

What this does

This change shifts the state's tribal engagement structure from a single advisor to a formal office, creating new administrative requirements for state agencies to maintain dedicated liaisons for tribal government relations.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Tribal governments

The bill establishes a new office and committee specifically designed to improve government-to-government engagement and access to state programs for these entities.

State agencies

Agencies with programs affecting tribal governments must designate a tribal liaison and receive training and guidance from the new office.

What changed

Last recorded activity September 4, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

AB 2507 replaces the existing Office of the Governor's Tribal Advisor with a new Office of Tribal Affairs led by a Secretary of Tribal Affairs. The bill mandates that state agencies with programs affecting tribal governments designate a and requires the new office to provide technical assistance and facilitate .

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to the current Governor's Tribal Advisor?

The bill replaces the existing Office of the Governor's Tribal Advisor with the new Office of Tribal Affairs.

Who will lead the new Office of Tribal Affairs?

The office will be headed by a Secretary of Tribal Affairs, who is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Governor.

What are state agencies required to do under this bill?

State agencies that have programs, services, or responsibilities affecting tribal governments must designate a .

Why It Matters

This change shifts the state's tribal engagement structure from a single advisor to a formal office, creating new administrative requirements for state agencies to maintain dedicated liaisons for tribal government relations.

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Connected Entities

organizationOffice of Tribal Affairs“The new office created by AB 2507 to manage tribal relations.”Map →

organizationTribal Advisory Committee“A new committee created to advise the Office of Tribal Affairs.”Map →

personGovernor“Appointing authority for the Secretary of Tribal Affairs.”Map →

personSecretary of Tribal Affairs“The new head of the Office of Tribal Affairs appointed by the Governor.”Map →

organizationOffice of the Governor“The office where the new Office of Tribal Affairs will be housed.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

openstates.org

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California AB 2507 replaces Governor's Tribal Advisor with Office of Tribal Affairs