SB 614: Public resources: transportation of carbon dioxide.

This bill amends existing laws to regulate the transportation of carbon dioxide through intrastate pipelines. It requires the state fire marshal to adopt regulations governing the safe transportation of carbon dioxide, including safety standards and emergency planning requirements. The bill prohibits the approval of pipelines for carbon dioxide transportation if they were originally constructed for other purposes and requires operators to submit emergency planning zone inventories and maps to local governments. The bill also authorizes the state fire marshal to order pipeline shutdowns for violations and requires lead agencies to prepare environmental impact reports for projects that include carbon dioxide pipeline construction. Additionally, the bill provides funding for fire responder training and makes legislative findings regarding the limitation of access to public meetings and wri…