SENATE POISED TO IMPEDE GOVERNOR'S CLIMATE CHANGE BUDGET

Senators with oversight of Cal/EPA's budget are poised to impede the governor's funding plans for multiple climate change initiatives -- including millions earmarked for the air board -- based on concerns that the administration has yet to provide an overarching plan to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The Senate's expected debate over the governor's plan will not only provide a forum for the landmark actions to be further detailed, but may also presage a heated fight over a key environmental...