Fairs: funding.
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Two Thirds
Fiscal committee
No
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No
Current location
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes how money from the Fair and Exposition Fund is allocated to California fairs. Instead of solely funding projects related to public health, safety, and emergencies, it expands the use of these funds to include fire and life safety, emergency services improvements, California Code of Regulations compliance, and general maintenance projects at fairgrounds. A small portion of the fund will be reserved for developing operational and policy frameworks for the network of California fairs.
Key provisions
- Expands the types of projects funded from the Fair and Exposition Fund to include fire and life safety, emergency services, and regulatory compliance.
- Allows allocation of funds for general operational support to California fairs, prioritizing those with limited revenue.
- Restricts the use of up to 5% of the fund for developing an operational framework for California fairs.
- Requires an approved expenditure plan for all funds allocated to California fairs by December 31st each year.
- Establishes a reserve fund within the Fair and Exposition Fund for contingencies.
Who is affected
- California fairs
- The Department of Food and Agriculture
- California residents who attend fairs
Notable changes
- Shifts the focus of funding from primarily emergency-related projects to a broader range of maintenance and operational needs.
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