CA AB1226

Exempts wildland vegetation management burning from air quality permit requirements under Health and Safety Code Section 41852 when conducted by or under supervision of designated public fire protection agencies

Requires the State Air Resources Board to designate public fire protection agencies to oversee agricultural burning activities and issue permits, expanding their current authority

Mandates the State Air Resources Board to adopt rules and regulations ensuring agricultural burning activities are conducted safely and effectively

Requires the State Air Resources Board to develop best practices and guidelines for wildland vegetation management burning to ensure public safety and environmental protection

Imposes a state-mandated local program by expanding duties of local agencies, with reimbursement provisions if the Commission on State Mandates determines costs are mandated by the state