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CA AB1553
Bill
Status
1/8/2026
Primary Sponsor
Damon Connolly
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AI Summary
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Amends the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to allow lead agencies to send required public notices via electronic mail instead of direct mailing when recipients have affirmatively requested electronic delivery
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Applies to notices for environmental impact reports, negative declarations, and related CEQA determinations that currently require direct mailing to property owners and occupants
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Maintains existing notice requirements for projects involving burning of municipal wastes, hazardous waste, or refuse-derived fuel, which require mailing to owners and occupants within 1/4 mile of the project site
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Introduced by Assembly Member Connolly on January 8, 2026, and amended March 16, 2026
Legislative Description
California Environmental Quality Act: notice: direct mailing: electronic mail.
Last Action
From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on NAT. RES. Read second time and amended.
3/16/2026