Bill > AB293

This bill modifies the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act by requiring groundwater sustainability agencies (GSAs) to enhance their transparency through two specific online disclosure requirements. By January 1, 2026, each GSA must publish the membership of its board of directors on its own or its local agency's website, and provide an electronic link to the Fair Political Practices Commission's website where board members' and executives' statements of economic interests can be viewed. This legislation aims to increase public access to information about the governance and potential financial interests of agencies responsible for managing groundwater resources in California's high- and medium-priority groundwater basins. The bill builds upon existing requirements for groundwater sustainability planning and financial disclosure, making it easier for residents to understand who is making decisions about local water resources and potential conflicts of interest.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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