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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 will be held in various cities in August.  Board consideration is expected at the September 23-24 meeting.  Draft guidelines and related documents can be downloaded 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 has been released for public comment, with comments due by September 1, 2015.  Workshops have been announced for various cities in August.  Board consideration is expected at the September 23-24 meeting.  Draft concept paper and workshop schedule are available on ARB’s website here RCRC Comments: Staff is seeking input from member counties.  RCRC Advocate: Staci Heaton sheaton@rcrcnet.org