BILL NUMBER: AB 523 VETOED DATE: 09/30/2006 To the Members of the California State Assembly: I am returning Assembly Bill 523 without my signature. I am concerned that the provisions of this bill sidestep the protections afforded under current law to ensure that the publics interests are served in the sale of public property. In addition, the terms of sale that would be addressed by this legislation are currently facing legal challenges. Given the ongoing legal disputes, it would be inappropriate to enact this legislation. For these reasons, I am unable to sign this bill. Sincerely, Arnold Schwarzenegger