Section 1420 Of Article 2. The Inland Wetlands Conservation Program From California Fish And Game Code >> Division 2. >> Chapter 4.3. >> Article 2.

. In reviewing any grant or loan application, preference shall be given to projects on wetlands that have a secure source of water or are adjacent to existing wetlands that are protected by public ownership or conservation easements, or both. The board shall give preference to wintering habitat in the central valley.