SB 803: California Conservation Corps: Green Collar Certification Program.

The bill aims to amend the existing conservation program to focus on energy conservation, clean energy, and sustainable solutions. It requires corpsmembers to participate in projects that promote these goals. The bill establishes a green collar certification program, providing skills and education in areas such as reducing carbon emissions, preparing communities for environmental disasters, and developing conservation infrastructure projects. The program is designed to collaborate with various entities to identify emerging workforce needs. The bill also authorizes the program to accept grants and donations from public and private sources, and continuously appropriates the funds to support the program. This creates a dedicated fund for the program and provides a source of ongoing funding.