This section outlines the structure and appointment process for the State Air Resources Board in California. The board consists of 14 voting members; 12 are appointed by the Governor, with the Senate's approval, chosen for their expertise in air pollution control and public needs. Of these, six need specific qualifications, such as expertise in automotive engineering, chemistry, or health effects of pollution. Others represent different air pollution districts in California.

Additionally, the Senate Committee on Rules and the Speaker of the Assembly each appoint one member who works with communities heavily affected by pollution. Vacancies must be filled within 30 days, and if the Governor doesn't act, the Senate can fill the spot. The term for voting members is six years, although terms for board members are contingent on their district board positions. The board also includes two nonvoting legislative members.

This section explains that the Governor of California appoints a chairperson to a state board who will advise on environmental protection policies. This chairperson helps the Governor with major policy decisions and acts as a key communication link regarding water resources, waste management, and air quality issues. They also speak on behalf of the Governor about air quality policies.

The role is full-time.

This law states that each member of the state board is entitled to a salary, as specified by another part of the Government Code.

This law outlines how members of the state board, appointed according to a specific section, get paid and reimbursed for their expenses. Members serve without salary but can get reimbursed for necessary expenses unless covered by another agency. Elected public officials on the board receive $100 per day for meetings or state board business, with a maximum of $1,000 per month. Reimbursement depends on how the member was appointed: if assigned from a specifically named district, that district reimburses them; otherwise, the state board takes care of it.

The state board is required to meet at least twice a month, with additional special meetings possible if requested by the chair or a majority of the members. Board members can be reimbursed for travel expenses related to their official duties. Time spent in board meetings also counts towards their monthly work hour requirements as per another law.

This law states that certain rules from the Government Code apply to the state board. Specifically, it says the state board is treated like the head of a department under those rules.

The state board appoints an executive officer, who can carry out duties assigned by the board. This officer operates under the board's control to manage its powers and responsibilities.

If anyone impacted by the officer's decisions wants a review, they can request a public hearing.

Some specific actions by the officer are also subject to additional government procedures for review.

This law means that if the state board can legally hand over a responsibility, it's assumed they've done so to the executive officer unless they officially decide to keep it for themselves. If they keep it, they must vote and note it in their meeting records.

The executive officer can pass on tasks to their team unless there's a rule or law saying they have to do it themselves.

Before the state board creates any rules or regulations for a district, the district must be informed and given a chance to respond or take action.