South Coast AQMD strongly encourages public participation in its rule development process. By getting involved, individuals have greater impact on new and amended rules and can provide their input in the process. Joining forces with South Coast AQMD also helps people learn about air pollution risks and how to minimize exposure.

Those who’d like to get involved can check South Coast AQMD’s website for meeting agendas, current and past webcasts, agency news, and upcoming events calendar. You can also learn more about ongoing community investigations and other public information, all of which can be found on the agency’s website at www.aqmd.gov. You can also sign-up to receive email notifications on upcoming events, rulemaking, and programs of interest.

Check the agendas, as many meetings can be attended virtually. In the most recent Governing Board agenda, look for the Rule Forecast item to find proposed amended rules and regulations that are tentatively scheduled for hearings at upcoming meetings. By participating in South Coast AQMD’s committee and working group meetings, as well as public hearings, individuals can provide input on proposed rules or amendments to existing regulations. Many meetings provide the opportunity to sign up or raise your hand to provide public comment, either virtually or in person.