CPUC DIVISION 6- 11828

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this division, the provisions of the Elections Code prescribed for independent nominations shall substantially govern the manner of appointment of circulators, for form of nomination papers and other forms, the securing of signatures, the filing of the candidates declaration of candidacy, and all other things necessary to get the name of the candidate on the ballot.

(b) The county elections official shall certify the names of all candidates at least 76 days prior to the date of the election so that their names may be placed upon the ballot.