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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 21Pt. 2Ch. 2Art. 5§ 59659 Proration Zone Area Requirements

§ 59659 Proration Zone Area Requirements

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§ 59659 Proration Zone Area Requirements

Key Takeaways

  • •The director must make sure the proposed proration zone covers all the necessary areas in the state.
  • •The zone should help achieve the goals of the chapter.
  • •The director has to check if the zone is big enough to do its job.

Example

Imagine a town wants to create a special zone to manage water use during a drought.

The director must make sure this zone includes all the areas that need water management to work properly. If the zone is too small, it won’t help save water like it’s supposed to.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 59659 Proration Zone Area Requirements

In addition to either of the applicable findings prescribed by Section 59655 or 59657, the director shall find that the proposed proration zone includes all of the area within this state which is reasonably necessary to carry out and attain the objectives of this chapter. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 59643 Proration Zone Hearing Requirements
  • § 35861 Raw Milk Safety Standards
  • § 59641 Producer Marketing Program Petition
  • § 59645 Proration Zone Hearing Requirements
  • § 59646 Handler Producer Reporting Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 59659.
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