323. The commissioner shall be a citizen of the United States and a resident of the state for at least three years prior to his or her appointment. The commissioner shall be chosen solely for his or her qualifications and fitness to perform the duties of his or her office.(Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 243, Sec. 2. (SB 664) Effective January 1, 2012.)
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