AB 2002 Summary

• Requires California Coastal Commission members to disclose ex parte communications in writing at least 24 hours before a hearing if the communication relates to a matter the commission will discuss, and prohibits such communications within 24 hours before a hearing.

• Expands the definition of "administrative action" under the Political Reform Act to include California Coastal Commission proceedings involving permit actions, federal consistency reviews, appeals, local coastal programs, port master plans, and development plans.

• Limits the definition of "agency official" for California Coastal Commission quasi-judicial matters to commission members only, excluding staff.

• Exempts local government employees from lobbyist registration requirements when seeking to influence California Coastal Commission quasi-judicial decisions within the scope of their employment.

• Requires lobbyists seeking to influence California Coastal Commission actions to comply with existing Political Reform Act lobbying disclosure and conduct requirements.