1. (a) The regulations in this Article provide the following as required by Section 71116 of the Public Resources Code:

   1. (1) Describe procedures for applying for the Environmental Justice Small Grant Program.
   2. (2) Describe criteria for determining which applications shall be funded.
   3. (3) Describe the administrative and fiscal requirements governing the receipt and expenditure of Environmental Justice Small Grant funds.

The purpose of this grant program is to provide financial assistance to eligible non-profit community groups such as community-based grassroots organizations and federally recognized tribal governments, that are working on or plan to carry out projects to address environmental justice issues in areas adversely affected by environmental pollution and hazards.

Note: Authority cited: Section 71116, Public Resources Code. Reference: Section 71116(b), Public Resources Code.

History

1. New chapter 3, article 1 (sections 10050-10056) and section filed 4-1-2004; operative 4-1-2004 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4 (Register 2004, No. 14).