SB 1063: Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act: life-sustaining services: take permit.

The bill aims to conserve the western joshua tree by regulating its import, export, and taking within the state. It prohibits the sale, purchase, or possession of the tree and its parts, except for certain exceptions. The Department of Fish and Wildlife can issue permits for taking the tree under specified conditions, including mitigating its impact on the environment. A permit can be granted without paying fees or completing mitigation measures if the taking is related to maintaining a life-sustaining service connection to a residence. The department must grant or deny the permit within 30 days, and the permittee has 60 days to complete the authorized taking.