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Greenhouse Gas Reduction Funding Guidelines for Administering Agencies. Establishes fund distribution guidance for state agencies that receive appropriations from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. Agency: California Air Resources Board Status: Draft published for public comment, comment period extended to August 14, 2015. Additional workshops in various cities in August. Board consideration expected at the September 23-24 meeting. Draft guidelines and related documents can be accessed here. RCRC Comments: Click here RCRC Advocate: Staci Heaton sheaton@rcrcnet.org
Cap-and-Trade Auction Proceeds Second Investment Plan. Establishes 3-year spending priorities for Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund monies. Agency: California Air Resources Board Status: Draft concept paper due out for public comment by July 24, 2015, followed by workshops in various cities in August. Board consideration expected at the September 23-24 meeting. Draft concept paper will be made available here. RCRC Comments: Staff is seeking input from member counties. RCRC Advocate: Staci Heaton sheaton@rcrcnet.org