The board discussed the appointment of two new members to the Research Screening Committee to enhance expertise in economics and fire science. The meeting also included an informational update regarding the implementation of the Carbon Capture, Removal, Utilization, and Storage Program as mandated by Senate Bill 905. Discussions focused on the regulatory framework, multi-agency coordination with the California Natural Resources Agency and U.S. EPA, and the importance of scientific rigor and transparency in deploying carbon management technologies to achieve the state's carbon neutrality goals.
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The meeting focused on the appointment of new members to the Assembly Bill 32 Environmental Justice Advisory Committee (EJAC). Discussions included the background of the committee, the solicitation and selection process for the 2026-2029 term, and an introduction to the recommended members. The Board and staff emphasized the importance of centering community-driven solutions in state climate and air quality policies, discussed the new governance structure for the EJAC, and explored future opportunities for coordination with the AB 617 Consultation Group.
Mar 26, 2026·Board meeting
California Air Resources Board Meeting
The board discussed several items, including the 2026 updates to motor vehicle emissions budgets for the San Joaquin Valley ozone State Implementation Plan, the proposal to permanently adopt Emergency Vehicle Emissions regulations, and a public meeting to consider criteria pollutant planning efforts. The meeting highlighted the need for CARB to identify ways to backfill emission reductions lost due to federal actions and addressed ongoing efforts to protect public health through mobile source control strategies and new regulatory pathways.
