CA AB1149

Eliminates the option for plaintiffs or petitioners to prepare the record of proceedings in CEQA litigation; requires the public agency to prepare and certify the record in all cases.

Maintains the 60-day deadline for public agencies to prepare and certify the record of proceedings from the date the request is served, with extensions available by court order or stipulation.

Requires parties to pay reasonable costs and fees for preparation of the record of proceedings by the public agency.

Designates this as a state-mandated local program but specifies that no reimbursement is required because local agencies have authority to levy service charges, fees, or assessments to cover the costs.