AB 1319: Protected species: California Endangered Species Act.

This bill would make it unlawful to import, sell, or possess fish, wildlife, or plants taken in violation of federal or state laws. The bill would require the department to add species with decreased federal protections to the list of provisional candidate species and report the determination to the commission. It would also prohibit criminal or civil liability for entities operating under federal authorization for take, as long as they comply with federal biological opinions. The bill's provisions would expire on December 31, 2031, and would repeal on January 1, 2032. The bill would require legislative findings to protect the public's right to access meetings and writings of public officials and agencies.