Diablo Range Conservation Program.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes the Diablo Range Conservation Program, overseen by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, to protect, preserve, and restore the Diablo Range. It will provide grants to local agencies, nonprofits, and tribes for habitat acquisition, restoration, and enhancement projects. The program aims to address wildfire risk, biodiversity loss, and climate change impacts, while also improving public access and enjoyment of the range’s natural resources. The bill creates a dedicated conservation fund to support these efforts.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Diablo Range Conservation Program through the Fish and Game Code.
- Authorizes grants to local agencies, nonprofits, and tribes for habitat projects.
- Creates the Diablo Range Conservation Fund in the State Treasury.
- Requires the board to approve projects for habitat acquisition, preservation, restoration, and enhancement.
- Allows the board to establish an advisory committee to provide guidance.
- Defines key terms related to the program, including ‘Diablo Range’ and ‘Fund’.
- Prioritizes projects using the California Conservation Corps or Community Conservation Corps.
- Prohibits the board from owning land or levying taxes.
Who is affected
- California Department of Fish and Wildlife
- Local public agencies
- Nonprofit organizations
- California Native American tribes
- Residents of the San Francisco Bay Area, Salinas Valley, and San Joaquin Valley
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