(a) For purposes of compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code), the board shall not be deemed a lead or responsible agency. However, nothing in this chapter exempts the department from the requirements of that division.
(b) Proceeds from bonds or notes authorized pursuant to this chapter shall be used to reimburse the General Fund for any costs incurred by the department for the preparation of an environmental impact report and related studies, and for any other costs associated with compliance with Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code in connection with the project.
(Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 245, Sec. 1. Effective September 26, 2007.)