Legislation

Advances the goals of Proposition 1 by making significant investments in California’s aboveground water storage and conveyance infrastructure.

Requires that before a court can issue an order which provides relief under CEQA, it must first issue written findings that, based on a preponderance of the evidence, the order is necessary to avoid or mitigate a specific, adverse impact upon the environment, public healthy, or safety.

Senate Bill 1235 would codify existing guidance from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to allow the usage of back-up generators during a Public Safety Power Shut-Off (PSPS) event.

Senate Bill 1266 seeks to create a tax credit for the purchase of backup generators or batteries for homes or small businesses located within Tier 3 of the California Public Utilities Commission Fire Threat Map.

Senate Bill 1330 closes a loophole in current law that does not adequately capture threats made against schools and places of worship.

Senate Bill 1374 seeks to provide a state income tax deduction for contributions to tuition savings program, known as ScholarShare529 accounts, for qualified taxpayers.

Senate Bill 1397 makes changes to the number of days a substitute is allowed to serve in the classroom in place of any one teacher during the school year.