CA SB981

Administrative regulations: standardized regulatory impact analysis: State Air Resources Board.

Introduced Senate Roger Niello (R)
Plain English Summary

CA SB981 aims to change how the State Air Resources Board evaluates the impact of its regulations. Specifically, it proposes to amend existing laws to ensure that a standardized analysis is conducted for regulatory impacts. This could help clarify the economic and environmental effects of regulations before they are implemented.

Supporters Say

Supporters of CA SB981 would argue that this bill promotes transparency and accountability in government by requiring a consistent approach to evaluating regulatory impacts. They believe it will lead to more informed decision-making and better outcomes for both the environment and the economy.

Critics Say

Critics of CA SB981 might contend that the bill could slow down the regulatory process and create unnecessary hurdles for the State Air Resources Board. They may argue that it could hinder timely action on critical environmental issues by imposing additional analysis requirements.

Legislative Votes
[First] hearing set for [03-18-2026]: Failed passage in Committee. Reconsideration granted
Senate · Mar 18, 2026
Passed
5
YEA
0
NAY
Placed on suspense file
Senate · May 4, 2026
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
Senate · Apr 22, 2026
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
Senate · Mar 18, 2026
Passed
3
YEA
1
NAY

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the California State Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.