Assembly hearing highlights CARB request for permanent staff to implement CCUS and CDR program under SB905

Mar 12, 2025

CARB told the Assembly it needs permanent positions to implement SB905's carbon capture, utilization and storage, and carbon dioxide removal program; lawmakers and stakeholders questioned timelines, community protections and whether limited-term staffing choices made recruiting difficult.

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California Air Resources Board staff told the Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 4 that implementing SB905will require permanent positions and funding to complete rulemaking, permitting support and program oversight for carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) and carbon dioxide removal (CDR).

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