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  • CA: A radical bid to empower NIMBYs - Bill could bring development in state to a halt (AB 528)

    05/31/2005 9:33:10 AM PDT · by NormsRevenge · 24 replies · 860+ views
    OC Register ^ | 5/31/05 | Op/Ed
    One of the most radical anti-growth, anti-housing, anti-road, anti-everything proposals possible is now winding its way through the California Assembly, being pushed ahead by environmental activists looking for the silver bullet to stop any project they don't like. AB 528 would "authorize any person with a beneficial interest in the outcome to commence a civil action to enforce specified laws, including regulations ... that provide for the protection or enhancement of public health or the environment." It is sponsored by Assemblyman Dario Frommer, D-Los Angeles, and co-sponsored by Assemblyman Mike Gordon, D-El Segundo. In simple terms, if you or any...