California AB40 mandates environmental impact reports for large-volume coal facilities handling over 5 million tons annually.

California AB40 amends the Environmental Quality Act to require environmental impact reports for large-volume bulk coal facilities handling over 5 million tons of coal annually. These facilities must undergo new environmental assessments if there are changes in coal type, quantity, or design capacity. The bill applies retroactively to approvals pending or made between June 4, 2026, and January 1, 2027. It aims to address health risks from particulate matter emissions, particularly in communities like West Oakland, which face disproportionate pollution burdens.

California AB40 mandates environmental impact reports for large-volume coal facilities handling over 5 million tons annually.

California AB40 amends the Environmental Quality Act to require environmental impact reports for large-volume bulk coal facilities handling over 5 million tons of coal annually. These facilities must undergo new environmental assessments if there are changes in coal type, quantity, or design capacity. The bill applies retroactively to approvals pending or made between June 4, 2026, and January 1, 2027. It aims to address health risks from particulate matter emissions, particularly in communities like West Oakland, which face disproportionate pollution burdens.