Government Of The State Of California — California Government Code — Personnel — Service — Upward Mobility — Intent of article Date: 15 Sep 2016 TEXT PDF Current through the 2016 Legislative Session It is the intent of this article to establish and maintain an effective upward mobility program for state employees in low-paying occupations. An upward mobility program is one in which career opportunities are developed and published and assistance is provided which will allow employees in low-paying occupations to develop and advance to their highest potential. Ca. Gov. Code § 19400 Amended by Stats 2013 ch 427 (AB 1062),s 68, eff. 1/1/2014.