Cal. Code Regs. tit. 23, § 5009 – Avoid Introductions of and Habitat Improvements for Invasive Nonnative Species.

(a) The potential for new introductions of or improved habitat conditions for nonnative invasive species, striped bass, or bass must be fully considered and avoided or mitigated in a way that appropriately protects the ecosystem.
(b) For purposes of Water Code section 85057.5(a)(3) and section 5001(o)(1)(E) of this Chapter, this policy covers a proposed action that has the reasonable probability of introducing or improving habitat conditions for nonnative invasive species.

Note: Authority cited: Section 85210(i), Water Code. Reference: Sections 85020, 85054, 85300 and 85302, Water Code.

History

1. New section filed 8-7-2013; operative 9-1-2013 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2013, No. 32).

2. Change without regulatory effect amending subsection (b) filed 2-29-2024 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 2024, No. 9).

3. Amendment of subsection (b) filed 2-27-2025; operative 4-1-2025 (Register 2025, No. 9).