AB 295
California Environmental Quality Act: environmental leadership development projects: water storage, water conveyance, and groundwater recharge projects: streamlined review.
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Bill overview
This bill extends a streamlined environmental review process under California’s Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to water storage, water conveyance, and groundwater recharge projects. These projects must provide public benefits and contribute to drought preparedness. The process, originally established in 2021, allows for faster approval by reducing the requirements of CEQA, particularly regarding environmental impact reports. It also provides a mechanism for the Governor to certify these projects for expedited review, and clarifies reimbursement requirements for local agencies.
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