California SB1230 amends the Penal Code to increase penalties for illegal dumping and creates resources to combat it.

California SB1230 amends Section 374.3 of the Penal Code to increase penalties for illegal dumping. It imposes mandatory fines and allows courts to require convicted individuals to remove waste or perform community service. The bill also adds Section 40509.5 to the Public Resources Code, establishing the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery as the lead agency to combat illegal dumping. The department is tasked with creating a website offering resources, educational materials, and grant opportunities to cities and counties.

California SB1230 amends the Penal Code to increase penalties for illegal dumping and creates resources to combat it.

California SB1230 amends Section 374.3 of the Penal Code to increase penalties for illegal dumping. It imposes mandatory fines and allows courts to require convicted individuals to remove waste or perform community service. The bill also adds Section 40509.5 to the Public Resources Code, establishing the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery as the lead agency to combat illegal dumping. The department is tasked with creating a website offering resources, educational materials, and grant opportunities to cities and counties.