Grassland Ecological Area Conservancy.
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Fiscal committee
No
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No
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes the Grassland Ecological Area Conservancy within the Natural Resources Agency to protect and manage the Grassland Ecological Area and the Grassland Focus Area in Merced County. The conservancy’s goals include conserving natural resources, providing tourism opportunities, and supporting regional economic development. It requires the conservancy to be governed by a board and creates a dedicated fund for its operations, potentially requiring state reimbursement for local agency costs.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Grassland Ecological Area Conservancy within the Natural Resources Agency.
- Defines the Grassland Ecological Area and Grassland Focus Area.
- Requires the conservancy to protect and restore physical, cultural, and ecological resources.
- Creates the Grassland Ecological Area Conservancy Fund and mandates its funding.
- Establishes a governing board for the conservancy, including appointed and local agency representatives.
- Requires the conservancy to cooperate with local governments and other agencies.
- Provides for grants and loans to support conservation efforts.
- Requires state reimbursement for any costs mandated by the bill to local agencies.
Who is affected
- Natural Resources Agency
- Local governments in Merced County
- Nonprofit organizations
- Tribal organizations
- Tourism industry
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