California bar examination.
- Requires a study by November 2026 on adopting a uniform bar exam to reduce costs for attorneys and the state.
- Mandates the Committee of Bar Examiners to evaluate the National Conference of Bar Examiners' Uniform Bar Exam.
- Automatically expires on January 1, 2030 unless extended by new legislation.
Assembly Member Dixon's proposal directs the Committee of Bar Examiners to evaluate potential adoption of a uniform bar examination in California, requiring a comprehensive analysis of administrative efficiency and cost implications for both the State Bar and exam candidates. The committee must submit its findings by November 30, 2026, to the State Bar's board of trustees, the Chief Justice of the California Supreme Court, and the legislature's judiciary committees.
The assessment will examine standardized testing options, including the National Conference of Bar Examiners' Uniform Bar Examination and any successor exams. The committee's analysis will focus on whether transitioning to a uniform examination format could streamline administration processes and reduce associated costs. The reporting requirement expires on January 1, 2030, unless extended through subsequent legislation.
 Anna CaballeroD Senator | Committee Member |  Not Contacted | |
 Roger NielloR Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Benjamin AllenD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Eloise ReyesD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Scott WienerD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted |
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Introduced By
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 0 | 0 | 13 | PASS |
- Requires a study by November 2026 on adopting a uniform bar exam to reduce costs for attorneys and the state.
- Mandates the Committee of Bar Examiners to evaluate the National Conference of Bar Examiners' Uniform Bar Exam.
- Automatically expires on January 1, 2030 unless extended by new legislation.
Email the authors or create an email template to send to all relevant legislators.
Introduced By
Assembly Member Dixon's proposal directs the Committee of Bar Examiners to evaluate potential adoption of a uniform bar examination in California, requiring a comprehensive analysis of administrative efficiency and cost implications for both the State Bar and exam candidates. The committee must submit its findings by November 30, 2026, to the State Bar's board of trustees, the Chief Justice of the California Supreme Court, and the legislature's judiciary committees.
The assessment will examine standardized testing options, including the National Conference of Bar Examiners' Uniform Bar Examination and any successor exams. The committee's analysis will focus on whether transitioning to a uniform examination format could streamline administration processes and reduce associated costs. The reporting requirement expires on January 1, 2030, unless extended through subsequent legislation.
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 0 | 0 | 13 | PASS |
Anna CaballeroD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Roger NielloR Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Benjamin AllenD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Eloise ReyesD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Scott WienerD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted |