Air Quality & Emissions

Extends indefinitely the annual reporting requirement on greenhouse gas emissions economic impacts. Establishes a committee of five experts to oversee emissions trading market design. Requires public hearings to review economic impact reports on greenhouse gas reduction targets. Mandates committee members have relevant backgrounds and no financial conflicts of interest.

Establishes a 17-member industry panel to address automation impacts at California seaports through 2029. Requires monthly stakeholder meetings to develop recommendations on port automation security and workforce impacts. Mandates final recommendations from the Labor and Workforce Development Agency by July 2027. Requires legislative funding approval before implementation of any proposed measures.

Excludes sheepherders and goat herders from agricultural worker overtime protections. Modifies existing labor laws to create separate classification for herding occupations. Affects wage and hour requirements for herding workers previously covered under agricultural rules.

Requires state contractors to report their greenhouse gas emissions annually starting January 2027. Mandates large contractors earning over $25M from state contracts to disclose all emissions and climate risks. Requires contractors earning $5M-$25M to report direct and indirect energy-related emissions. Establishes new transparency rules to track environmental impact of state business partnerships.

Undeveloped "intent bill" that aims to create training programs for zero-emission vehicle technicians. Proposes establishing a council to analyze workforce and infrastructure needs for clean energy technologies.

Requires trucking companies to verify driver employment status before entering California ports. Mandates ports to publish trucking company information on their websites and report monthly to state regulators. Imposes a $100,000 penalty for providing false information about driver employment status. Requires independent truck drivers to submit operating permits and insurance before port entry.

Establishes a Climate Superfund Program requiring major fossil fuel companies to pay for climate damages from 1990-2024. Requires companies responsible for over 1 billion metric tons of emissions to pay their proportional share of damages. Mandates that 40% of collected funds benefit disadvantaged communities impacted by climate change. Creates enforcement mechanisms including business license revocation for companies that fail to pay assessed costs.

Requires air districts to publish online maps showing locations and details of facilities with air pollution permits. Mandates public disclosure of emission credits, control technologies, and contact information for each permitted facility. Empowers communities to monitor local air pollution sources through enhanced permit transparency. Allows districts to levy fees to cover costs of implementing the online mapping system.

Eliminates recertification requirements for paratransit users with permanent disabilities starting January 2027. Allows temporary paratransit eligibility for up to 180 days with a maximum of six consecutive renewals. Permits eligibility reviews only when expanding services due to worsening conditions or additional disabilities.

Establishes a Climate Superfund Program requiring fossil fuel companies to pay for climate damages from 1990-2024. Requires companies responsible for over 1 billion metric tons of emissions to pay into the fund by October 2026. Mandates at least 40% of collected funds benefit disadvantaged communities impacted by climate change. Creates enforcement mechanisms including business license revocation and 10% annual late fees for non-payment.

Updates California's carbon pricing system to use EPA's 2023 social cost of carbon calculations. Maintains emission allowance price controls through 2030 to protect businesses and consumers. Requires detailed progress reports to the Legislature on meeting greenhouse gas reduction targets. Allows up to 6% of emissions obligations to be met through carbon offset credits by 2026.

Establishes an $80 million state program to purchase carbon dioxide removal credits from eligible California projects by 2035. Requires projects to permanently store removed carbon dioxide for at least 100 years to qualify for credit purchases. Limits purchases to $40 million per project category and $20 million per individual project sponsor. Mandates community benefit agreements between project sponsors and local communities to ensure shared benefits.

Requires California state agencies to prioritize reducing methane emissions from imported oil and gas supplies. Establishes a new certification standard by 2026 for oil and gas producers with low methane emissions. Mandates annual reporting of methane emissions data from utilities and large gas consumers. Requires state agencies to shift procurement toward certified low-methane oil and gas where feasible.

Undeveloped "intent bill" that aims to create future legislation related to clean air basins.

Requires aggregate facilities near homes and schools to control dust emissions through new fencing and height limits by 2027. Mandates real-time air quality monitoring systems at facility fence lines to track harmful particle emissions. Requires facilities with high emissions to fully enclose storage piles and undergo monthly inspections starting July 2027. Establishes immediate shutdown requirements when particle emissions exceed safety thresholds.

Establishes a statewide network of emergency air quality monitoring centers to respond to environmental disasters. Requires at least one monitoring center in Southern California's air quality management district. Creates a State Air Quality Health Officer position to coordinate emergency response and public health data. Mandates coordination between state and local agencies during air quality emergencies.

Establishes a Marine Carbon Initiative to research and develop ocean-based carbon removal technologies. Creates a 7-member Marine Carbon Council by July 2027 to guide marine carbon removal research. Provides $2 million annually for 7 years to fund competitive grants for marine carbon removal projects. Requires biennial progress reports to the Legislature starting January 2029.

Establishes a new appeals committee to review denied exemption requests for clean fleet regulations. Requires the committee to make recommendations on appeals within 60 days of submission. Exempts emergency response and support vehicles from zero-emission vehicle requirements. Prohibits requiring fleet owners to show purchase agreements when requesting transition deadline extensions.

Revokes the Air Resources Board's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions after January 1, 2026. Transforms the Air Resources Board into an advisory body that can only propose measures to the Legislature. Preserves all existing Air Resources Board regulations enacted before January 1, 2026.

Expands state authority to regulate indirect sources of air pollution like ports and warehouses. Establishes new fees on facilities and vehicles to fund air pollution control programs. Creates a statewide reporting system to track emissions from indirect sources and visiting vehicles. Prioritizes pollution controls in disadvantaged communities near major transportation hubs.

Establishes new safety regulations for intrastate carbon dioxide pipelines to support California's climate goals. Requires the State Fire Marshal to adopt comprehensive pipeline safety standards by April 1, 2026. Authorizes immediate pipeline shutdowns if operations pose risks to health, welfare, or environment. Mandates pipeline operators demonstrate compliance with safety standards before transporting carbon dioxide.

Authorizes the Governor to certify up to three sustainable aviation fuel projects for expedited environmental review. Requires certified projects to demonstrate zero net increase in greenhouse gas emissions. Mandates project applicants to pay all legal costs for environmental review challenges. Requires public disclosure of certification materials 15 days before project approval.

Authorizes the Legislature to remove Air Resources Board members for incompetence or corruption. Requires economic analysis for regulations costing California consumers over $10 million. Mandates publication of all board documents 72 hours before votes with no last-minute changes. Adds two non-voting legislative members to the Air Resources Board.

Makes technical changes to clarify warehouse design standards and truck routing requirements for logistics facilities.

Restricts sale of hydrofluorocarbon gases based on their climate impact starting January 2025. Creates new standards for certified reclaimed refrigerants with maximum 15% virgin content. Prohibits high-emission refrigerants in state equipment starting January 2025. Exempts medical inhalers from restrictions until December 2030.