California AB1938 establishes criteria for designating state surfing reserves to conserve coastal waters and surfing culture.

California AB1938 creates a framework for designating state surfing reserves to conserve coastal waters and surfing culture. The California Coastal Commission will establish criteria and an application process for local governments to apply for surfing reserve designation. Criteria will include wave quality, surf culture, environmental characteristics, and management priorities. The council will publicize approved reserves and partner with local governments to erect signs. The bill aligns with California's 30x30 goal to conserve 30 percent of coastal waters by 2030.

California AB1938 establishes criteria for designating state surfing reserves to conserve coastal waters and surfing culture.

California AB1938 creates a framework for designating state surfing reserves to conserve coastal waters and surfing culture. The California Coastal Commission will establish criteria and an application process for local governments to apply for surfing reserve designation. Criteria will include wave quality, surf culture, environmental characteristics, and management priorities. The council will publicize approved reserves and partner with local governments to erect signs. The bill aligns with California's 30x30 goal to conserve 30 percent of coastal waters by 2030.