California Code, Penal Code - PEN § 2912

(b)(1) The Board of Prison Terms shall actively encourage each eligible foreign born inmate to apply for return to his or her nation of citizenship as provided in federal treaties and shall provide quarterly reports outlining its efforts under this section to the Chairperson of the Joint Legislative Budget Committee and the chairperson of each fiscal committee of the Legislature.

(2) The Board of Prison Terms shall adopt the model program developed by the State of Texas for encouraging participation in the federal repatriation program where appropriate.