SB 554 — Air pollution control districts: residential wood-burning devices.
Last action — Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
-
1Introduced
-
2In Committee
-
3Passed Senate
-
4Passed Assembly
-
5To Executive
-
6Enacted
This bill died with 2009-2010 Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.
Summary
Existing law designates air pollution control districts and air quality management districts as having the primary responsibility for the control of air pollution from all sources other than vehicular sources. Existing law designates the State Air Resources Board as the state agency charged with coordinating efforts to attain and maintain ambient air quality standards. Existing federal regulations establish standards of performance for new residential wood heaters. Existing law requires the state board, in consultation with the districts, to develop a list of the most readily available and cost-effective control measures that could be employed by the state board and districts to reduce emissions of PM 2.5 and PM 10 particulate matter. Existing law requires that the list include control measures for woodstoves and fireplaces among other emission source categories. Existing law requires the state board and each district to adopt an implementation schedule for the most cost-effective measures on the list. This bill would prohibit any district from adopting a rule or regulation that restricts or prohibits the installation or operation of any wood-burning device in any new or existing residential structure.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
1 added · 1 removedPlain-language change summary
The updated version of Bill SB 554 includes a new provision that wasn't part of the original draft, while removing some redundant information. This change is important because it clarifies the bill's intent and makes it easier for everyone to understand its purpose. By streamlining the text, the bill aims to improve communication and support for the proposed changes.
Bill Number Bill Keyword Home Bill Information California Law Publications Other Resources My Subscriptions My Favorites Bill Information >> Bill Search >> Text Bill TextBillText Information PDF2 Add To My Favorites | Version:
View plain text versions (2)
- Introduced 02/27/09 - Introduced Current pdf February 27, 2009
- SB554 View text html
Action History
-
Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
-
Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
-
Set for hearing May 4.
-
To Com. on EQ.
-
Read first time.
-
From print. May be acted upon on or after March 30.
-
Introduced. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. To print.
Sponsors
- Hollingsworth · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 121 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Hollingsworth
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (121)
121 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 121 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does SB 554 do?
- Existing law designates air pollution control districts and air quality management districts as having the primary responsibility for the control of air pollution from all sources other than vehicular sources. Existing law designates the State Air Resources Board as the state agency charged with coordinating efforts to attain and maintain ambient air quality standards. Existing federal regulations establish standards of performance for new residential wood heaters. Existing law requires the state board, in consultation with the districts, to develop a list of the most readily available and cost-effective control measures that could be employed by the state board and districts to reduce emissions of PM 2.5 and PM 10 particulate matter. Existing law requires that the list include control measures for woodstoves and fireplaces among other emission source categories. Existing law requires the state board and each district to adopt an implementation schedule for the most cost-effective measures on the list. This bill would prohibit any district from adopting a rule or regulation that restricts or prohibits the installation or operation of any wood-burning device in any new or existing residential structure.
- Who sponsors SB 554?
- SB 554 is sponsored by Hollingsworth.
- What is the current status of SB 554?
- This bill died with 2009-2010 Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
- Where can I track SB 554?
- Track SB 554 free on One Click Politics — get push/email alerts when it moves.
Make your voice heard on SB 554
Find the representatives who decide this bill and tell them where you stand — for yourself, or mobilize your whole list in one click with One Click Politics advocacy software.
Stay ahead of SB 554
Last checked for changes 3 months ago · updated continuously
One Click Politics tracks every bill in Congress and all 50 states.
Track this bill →