CAL-EPA: An Umbrella for the Environment
Full Report
Executive Summary
Press Release
Fact Sheet
Study Description
Cal-EPA was created to consolidate environmental programs and concentrate on vigorous enforcement of environmental regulations. The report discusses risk assessment activities, uniform permit processes, public involvement, and the advantages and consequences of bringing all environmental entities into Cal-EPA. In addition, the Commission addresses the short- and long-term costs and savings. The Cal-EPA report has seven findings and seven recommendations.
State law establishes that all Governors' reorganization plans must be submitted to the Commission for review at least 30 days prior to submitting it to the Legislature for its consideration. Following its review and one or more public hearings on the proposal, the Commission offers a recommendation on whether the Legislature should allow the plan to go into effect.
Agenda
Overview
Proposed by: Governor Pete Wilson.
Objective: Create an Environmental Protection Agency and transfer several departments and functions into the new agency.
Commission recommendation: Implement, then modify plan.
Legislative action: Plan went into effect.

