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.
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.
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.
States the intent of the Legislature to develop a permanent River Ranger progam at sites along the Los Angeles River and its tributaries.
Would authorize the California Natural Resources Agency to enter into co-governance and management agreements with federally recognized Indian tribes.
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.
Streamlines contracting requirements for the purpose of providing logistical support for large-scale prescribed fire operations, as provided.
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.
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.
Would develop a program to promote beaver restoration across California.