AB 1584: State Air Resources Board: Office of Civil Rights.
AB 1584 status: In Committee — From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 11. Noes 2.) (June 30). Re-referred to Com. on APPR (updated Jul 1, 2026).
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Bill summary
OfficialExisting law establishes within the California Environmental Protection Agency the State Air Resources Board. Existing law provides for the establishment of air pollution control districts and air quality management districts. Existing law generally vests regulatory jurisdiction over stationary sources of air pollution...
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- Enhances civil rights compliance in air quality efforts
- Promotes culturally appropriate outreach for public engagement
Risks
- No direct environmental risk identified
Economy
Benefits
- Potential for improved grant and contractor compliance
Risks
- Requires legislative appropriation for implementation
Society
Benefits
- Establishes an Office of Civil Rights within the State Air Resources Board
- Mandates training on civil rights obligations for staff and recipients
- Requires development of a civil rights evaluation tool
- Ensures language access and culturally appropriate outreach
Risks
- No direct social risk identified
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The effectiveness of the Office of Civil Rights will depend on the adequacy of the appropriated funds.
Implementation is contingent upon legislative appropriation.
Where it stands
Introduced
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CurrentFrom committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 11. Noes 2.) (June 30). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
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