California Environmental Quality Act.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill makes minor revisions to the language of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). CEQA requires government agencies to assess the environmental impact of projects and determine if they will significantly harm the environment. The bill updates the legislative findings and declarations related to maintaining a quality environment and the state’s intent to prevent environmental damage. It clarifies the responsibilities of state agencies in regulating activities that affect the environment.
Key provisions
- Updates legislative findings and declarations related to environmental quality.
- Revises the statement of intent regarding state agency regulation of environmental impacts.
- Reinforces the state’s commitment to preventing environmental damage.
- Highlights the importance of ecological systems and their connection to the well-being of Californians.
- Emphasizes the responsibility of citizens in preserving the environment.
- Clarifies the role of state agencies in regulating activities affecting the environment.
Who is affected
- State government agencies
- Private individuals
- Corporations
- Public agencies
- California residents
Notable changes
- Nonsubstantive revisions to existing CEQA language.
- Updates to the legislative basis for CEQA's requirements.
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