State Air Resources Board: regional air quality incident response program.

California Assembly Bill 2349 establishes a regional air quality incident response program under the State Air Resources Board. This program aims to improve the state's ability to respond to air quality incidents, ensuring better management and protection of public health from air pollution events.

Supporters of AB 2349 would highlight that this bill enhances California's proactive measures in addressing air quality issues. They would argue that the establishment of a dedicated response program will lead to quicker and more effective interventions during air pollution incidents, ultimately protecting the health of communities across the state.

Critics of AB 2349 may argue that the bill creates additional bureaucratic layers that could slow down response times rather than improve them. They might also express concerns about the cost implications of implementing such a program and question whether it effectively addresses the root causes of air pollution.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.