CA SB1259

Requires defendants in CEQA lawsuits to file a motion requesting plaintiffs identify all contributors of $10,000 or more toward litigation costs within seven days, with disclosure kept confidential for 30 days.

Prohibits courts from approving settlement agreements in CEQA actions if they contain "nonenvironmental provisions" unrelated to environmental protection or project-related concessions.

Restricts courts from staying or enjoining project construction or operation unless they find an imminent threat to public health and safety or material adverse effects to undiscovered Native American artifacts or historical/archaeological/ecological values.

Requires CEQA lawsuits involving commercial, housing, or public works projects with at least $25 million in investment that address critical needs be resolved within 365 days of filing the certified record, with the Judicial Council adopting implementing rules of court.

Requires plaintiffs to identify the true sources of contributions, report exact amounts contributed, and disclose any pecuniary or business interest contributors have related to the project; failure to comply may result in dismissal of the action.