Gov. Jerry Brown on Saturday signed Senate Bill 630, which renews California’s partnership with Nevada and reaffirms the states’ commitment to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s bi-state Compact.

“Today, California reaffirmed its longstanding partnership with the state of Nevada to protect and enhance the beauty of Lake Tahoe,” Brown said in a statement.

Signing of SB630 ends bickering between California and Nevada — for now. Photo/LTN

This legislation delivers on the commitment Brown and Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval made earlier this year to work with legislative leadership in both states to develop amendments to bills in the Nevada and California state Legislatures that repeal Nevada’s planned withdrawal from the Tahoe Regional Planning Compact and California’s proposal to re-establish a California Tahoe Regional Planning Agency.

“Nevada and California have a long history of working together to protect Lake Tahoe and this new law ensures that legacy of collaboration will continue,” Sandoval said in a press release. “Lake Tahoe truly is the Jewel of the Sierra and with the signing of this law both states can continue to ensure the protection of the environment and help enhance the economy of the region. I want to thank Governor Brown and Senator Pavley for their support and dedication to protecting the Tahoe basin.”

Nevada’s companion legislation, SB229, was signed by Sandoval in June.

— Lake Tahoe News staff report