§ 18931.2. Definition of ‘‘Article Published”.

(a) For purposes of Government Code Sections 89501 through 89506, an “article published” means a nonfictional written work:

(1) That is produced in connection with any activity other than the practice of a bona fide business, trade, or profession; and

(2) That is published in a periodical, journal, newspaper, newsletter, magazine, pamphlet, or similar publication.

(b) For purposes of this regulation, an individual receives payment for an article published if he or she receives a payment for:

(1) Drafting any part of an article published, except activities solely involving secretarial assistance.

(2) Being identified as an author of or contributor to the article.

(c) “Article” does not include books, plays, or screenplays.

HISTORY

1. New section filed 7-1-92; operative 7-31-92 (Register 92, No. 28).

2. Change without regulatory effect relocating section filed 11-17-94 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 94, No. 46).

3. Amendment of subsections (a) and (b) and Note filed 7-25-95; operative 7-25-95 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(d) (Register 95, No. 30).

Note

Note: Authority cited: Section 83112, Government Code. Reference: Sections 89501 through 89506, Government Code.