The Governor, since December 1, 2008, has called seven special sessions for the Legislature to consider various issues. Four of the seven sessions have been adjourned. The following is from the Office of the Secretary of Senate and provides a breakdown of these sessions:
| Session | Convene Date | Subject Matter | Adjourn Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st EX | Dec. 2, 2008 | Fiscal Emergency: Budget imbalance insufficient case reserves Fiscal year 2008-09 | Dec. 18, 2008 |
| 2nd EX | Dec. 2, 2008 | Economic Crisis: stimulate economy create and retain jobs mortgage crisis solvency of UIF inefficiencies in government | Feb. 19, 2009 |
| 3rd EX | Jan. 5, 2009 | Fiscal Emergency: budget imbalance insufficient case reserves Fiscal year 2008-09 potential budget and cash deficits FY 2009-10 | Oct. 26, 2009 |
| 4th EX | July 6, 2009 | Fiscal Emergency: projected budget imbalance insufficient cash reserve Fiscal Year 2009-10 potential budget imbalance insufficient cash reserve Fiscal Year 2010-11 | July, 24, 2009 |
| 5th EX | Aug. 27, 2009 | Federal Race to the Top: eligibility requirements eligibility guidelines other changes to secure federal funding | OPEN |
| 6th EX | Oct. 14, 2009 | Address and improve state tax system | OPEN |
| 7th EX | Oct. 14, 2009 | Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta protect and restore improve quality and reliability of water supplies water management systems water bonds | OPEN |