Relating to the eligibility of a person who is not a United States citizen to be appointed to or serve in a public office or on an advisory board or task force.

SB 525 requires U.S. citizenship for appointments to most state and local government positions, including public offices, governing boards, and advisory committees. It applies to roles in state branches (executive, legislative, judicial) and political subdivisions (like cities or counties), with exceptions for positions defined by constitution. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, requiring current non-citizen appointees to either become citizens by that date or vacate their positions. This policy change directly affects individuals appointed to these roles before the effective date. The bill does not impact elected offices or positions with constitutionally mandated qualifications.