Legislative Agenda | Cal Parks

As part of our role in advancing state parks issues for the last decade, California State Parks Foundation has provided leadership in lobbying the California legislature on relevant bills and budget actions as well as proactively sponsoring legislation. We have sponsored legislation to achieve park protection as well as facilitate fiscal sustainability for the state park system.

In addition to sponsoring legislation, we also maintain regular communication with key policy committee members and provide testimony to legislative hearings, and coordinate with other like-minded organizations on policy priorities.

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Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
AB 2440 - 30x30 goal: partnering state agencies: Department of Parks and Recreation (Reyes)

This bill would incorporate the Department of Parks and Recreation into the state’s goals to conserve 30% of lands and coastal waters by 2030. The bill would ensure equitable access to the outdoors for all and specify reporting requirements around the 30x30 goal. 

Signed by Governor
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Chumash Powwow
ACR 140 - California Native American Day and the California Indian Cultural Awareness Conference (Ramos)

This measure would recognize the importance of California Native American Day, celebrated this year on September 27, 2024, and the annual California Indian Cultural Awareness Conference.

Passed by both houses, in concurrence before going to Governor's desk
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LA River
AB 3036 - River ranger program (Rendon)

States the intent of the Legislature to develop a permanent River Ranger progam at sites along the Los Angeles River and its tributaries.

Held in Appropriations - Dead for 2024
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Old Town San Diego
AB 1284 - Tribal ancestral lands and waters: cogovernance and comanagement agreements (Ramos)

Would authorize the California Natural Resources Agency to enter into co-governance and management agreements with federally recognized Indian tribes.  

Signed by Governor
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Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve
SB 1402 - 30x30 goal: state agencies: adoption, revision, or establishment of plans, policies, and regulations (Min)

This bill would require all state agencies, departments, boards, offices, commissions, and conservancies to consider the 30x30 goal when adopting, revising, or establishing plans, policies, and regulations.

Dead - held in Assembly appropriations
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Trinidad Wildfire
SB 1101 - Fire prevention: prescribed fire: state contracts: mapping (Limón)

Streamlines contracting requirements for the purpose of providing logistical support for large-scale prescribed fire operations, as provided.

Signed by Governor
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Marsh Creek Watershed with Mount Diablo in the background
AB 2875 - Wetlands: state policy (Friedman)

Would declare that it is the policy of the state to ensure no net loss and long-term gain in the quantity, quality, and permanence of wetlands acreage and values in California.

Signed by Governor
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Mountain Lion Crossing
AB 2320 - Wildlife Connectivity and Climate Adaptation Act of 2024: wildlife corridors (Irwin)

Would require the California Natural Resources Agency to identify key wildlife corridors, connections between natural areas and habitats, progress on protecting additional corridors, and protection goals for the next five years.

Dead - held in Senate appropriations
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Beaver Dam Inyo Forest
AB 2196 - Beaver restoration (Connolly)

Would develop a program to promote beaver restoration across California.

Signed by Governor
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We’re dedicated to ensuring California state parks are protected, well-funded, and accessible for everyone. From monitoring key legislation to addressing climate challenges and expanding recreational spaces, we work to preserve these natural treasures for generations to come. Your donation fuels this important work. Donate today and help us protect the places that matter most.