BILL NUMBER:  SB 204
  VETOED	DATE: 09/29/2006




To the Members of the California State Senate:

I am returning Senate Bill 204 without my signature.

The Commissioners on the California Energy Commission and the
California Public Utilities Commission are subject to strict conflict
of interest laws.  Both commissions have restrictions on pre and
post employment and this law could result in less clarity on the
requirements, discouraging qualified, knowledgeable and experienced
applicants from seeking these public service positions.

This measure would add duplication and ambiguity to existing law and
not result in greater protections.

Sincerely,



Arnold Schwarzenegger