Habitat Restoration and Enhancement Act.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the Habitat Restoration and Enhancement Act, aims to improve fish and wildlife habitat by allowing project proponents to seek approval from the Department of Fish and Wildlife for habitat restoration or enhancement projects. It establishes a process for these projects, requiring specific information and adherence to best practices. The bill extends the act’s operation until January 1, 2032, and mandates a report to the legislature on its implementation by December 31, 2029. It also modifies the application process and streamlines approvals, while eliminating certain provisions related to project suspension and regulatory notice publishing.
Key provisions
- Authorizes project proponents to apply for habitat restoration or enhancement project approval.
- Establishes specific requirements for project applications, including detailed descriptions, assessments, and monitoring plans.
- Requires the Department of Fish and Wildlife to approve projects meeting specified criteria, including consistency with best practices and environmental protection measures.
- Extends the act’s operation until January 1, 2032, and mandates a report to the legislature by December 31, 2029.
- Modifies the application process, eliminating the requirement to publish information in the California Regulatory Notice Register.
- Allows incidental take of fully protected species as part of approved habitat restoration projects.
- Transfers the director’s responsibilities for the act to the Department of Fish and Wildlife.
- Creates separate approval procedures based on whether the project has received a specific certification.
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