AB 127: Climate change.

The bill aims to amend various state codes to address climate change and promote clean energy. The state energy resources conservation and development commission will receive a 5% salary increase for its chairperson and members. The commission will also continue to award follow-on funding for projects that meet specific criteria. The bill modifies the certification process for large electrical generating facilities, requiring a nonrefundable deposit and annual fees. Facilities that use fossil fuels will be operated only during extreme events. The bill also updates funding for the clean transportation program to include zero-emission vehicle infrastructure. Additionally, the state air resources board will adopt schedules for annual fees to cover costs for certification, audit, and compliance programs. These fees will be deposited in the certification and compliance fund.<br>The bill aims…