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AB 652

San Diego County Air Pollution Control District: governing board: alternate members.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by David Alvarez

AB 652 establishes a formal alternate member system for the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District's governing board to ensure operational continuity.

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 160, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · AB 652

Legislative bill overview

AB 652 modifies the governance structure of the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District by establishing a formal system for alternate members on its governing board. The bill, sponsored by David Alvarez, was signed into law on October 1, 2025, and creates procedures for how these alternates function within the district's decision-making processes.

Why is this important

Air pollution control districts directly impact public health by regulating emissions and air quality standards in their regions. The formalization of alternate board members ensures continuity of governance and reduces disruptions when regular members are unavailable, which can affect the district's ability to meet compliance deadlines and implement environmental regulations effectively.

Potential points of contention

  • Representation and accountability: Alternate members may have less community scrutiny and accountability than primary board members, potentially affecting decision-making transparency
  • Voting power and authority: Unclear parameters around when alternates can vote and their authority relative to primary members could create governance ambiguity or dilute primary members' responsibility
  • Appointment process: The method for selecting alternates and whether they represent specific constituencies or interests may raise fairness and representation concerns

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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