Read more about California’s Golden Mussel Response Framework
On April 16, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, California State Parks, and Department of Water Resources announced the release of the Golden Mussel Response Framework. This framework was developed in response to the recent detection of golden mussel... Read MoreRead more about California’s Golden Mussel Response Framework
This is the twelfth biennial report to the California Legislature, and it summarizes California Marine Invasive Species Program (MISP) activities from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2023. 2025 Biennial Report on the Marine Invasive Species Program ... Read MoreRead more about 2025 Biennial Report on the Marine Invasive Species Program
Read more about 2025 Marine Invasive Species Program Updates
Annual letter to shipping agents and interested parties to provide information about new regulations and reminders about reporting requirements. Please ensure information regarding California’s Marine Invasive Species Program is distributed to all vessels that arrive... Read MoreRead more about 2025 Marine Invasive Species Program Updates
Read more about Ballast Water Discharge Performance Standards FAQs
This is a collection of questions that have been asked about the implementation of new ballast water discharge performance standards regulations in California. Frequently Asked Questions California’s Performance Standards for Ballast Water Discharges Q 1. What are... Read MoreRead more about Ballast Water Discharge Performance Standards FAQs
The Commission has adopted regulatory amendments that will implement the federal ballast water discharge standards for vessels arriving at California ports, among other provisions. These changes will become effective on January 1, 2022. The adopted regulations... Read MoreRead more about California adopts federal ballast water discharge standards
