California § 79767 - Projects funded pursuant to this chapter shall be selected on a competitive basis

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§ 79767. Projects funded pursuant to this chapter shall be selected on a competitive basis

Projects funded pursuant to this chapter shall be selected on a competitive basis, considering all of the following criteria: (a) Water supply reliability improvement. (b) Water quality and ecosystem benefits related to decreased reliance on diversions from the Delta or instream flows. (c) Public health benefits from improved drinking water quality or supply. (d) Cost-effectiveness. (e) Energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emission impacts. (f) Reasonable geographic allocation to eligible projects throughout the state, including both northern and southern California and coastal and inland regions.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 79767

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 79767 cover?

Section 79767 ("Projects funded pursuant to this chapter shall be selected on a competitive basis") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite California § 79767?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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