1. (a) In addition to formal tribal consultation required in the California Environmental Quality Act, the commission shall follow the additional requirements governing tribal engagement, related to opt-in applications, as set forth in Public Resources Code section 25545.7.4.
2. (b) The commission may initiate tribal engagement earlier than required under Public Resources Code section 25545.7.4 to ensure meaningful process and information exchange.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 25213, 25218 and 25545.12, Public Resources Code. Reference: Sections 25545, 25545.7.2 and 25545.7.4, Public Resources Code.

History

1. New section filed 10-24-2022 as an emergency; operative 10-24-2022 (Register 2022, No. 43). This action is a deemed emergency and shall remain in effect until amended by the Commission pursuant to Public Resources Code section 25545.12.