Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation: Infrastructure Gap-Fund Program.
- Establishes a state grant program to help local agencies cover unexpected costs for infrastructure projects.
- Provides funding for up to 20% of additional costs for projects that have already started construction.
- Requires local agencies to fund at least 45% of initial project costs through local tax revenue.
- Takes effect January 1, 2030 and covers broadband, fire stations, schools, roads and safety improvements.
Senator Seyarto's Infrastructure Gap-Fund Program legislation establishes a new state grant mechanism to address cost overruns on local infrastructure projects that have already begun construction. The program, to be administered by the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation, would provide grants covering up to 20 percent of additional projected costs for qualifying broadband, fire station, school, health and safety improvement, and road projects.
Local agencies seeking funding must meet specific eligibility requirements, including having allocated local tax revenue for at least 45 percent of the project's initial budget. Applicants must document unforeseen cost increases related to labor, materials, or permits, and demonstrate how their project advances state and local objectives. The Office must develop formal guidelines establishing criteria for evaluating and funding grant applications.
The program becomes operative January 1, 2030, contingent upon legislative appropriation. This timing allows the Office to develop implementation protocols while providing local agencies a framework to plan for potential cost overruns on infrastructure projects. The legislation adds to existing infrastructure financing options available to local governments without modifying current programs.
 Steven ChoiR Senator | Bill Author |  Not Contacted | |
 Joaquin ArambulaD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Buffy WicksD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Megan DahleR Senator | Bill Author | Not Contacted | |
 Kelly SeyartoR Senator | Bill Author | Not Contacted |
| Bill Number | Title | Introduced Date | Status | Link to Bill |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SB-955 | Office of Planning and Research: Infrastructure Gap-Fund Program. | January 2024 | Failed |
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Introduced By
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0 | 0 | 10 | PASS |
- Establishes a state grant program to help local agencies cover unexpected costs for infrastructure projects.
- Provides funding for up to 20% of additional costs for projects that have already started construction.
- Requires local agencies to fund at least 45% of initial project costs through local tax revenue.
- Takes effect January 1, 2030 and covers broadband, fire stations, schools, roads and safety improvements.
Email the authors or create an email template to send to all relevant legislators.
Introduced By
Senator Seyarto's Infrastructure Gap-Fund Program legislation establishes a new state grant mechanism to address cost overruns on local infrastructure projects that have already begun construction. The program, to be administered by the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation, would provide grants covering up to 20 percent of additional projected costs for qualifying broadband, fire station, school, health and safety improvement, and road projects.
Local agencies seeking funding must meet specific eligibility requirements, including having allocated local tax revenue for at least 45 percent of the project's initial budget. Applicants must document unforeseen cost increases related to labor, materials, or permits, and demonstrate how their project advances state and local objectives. The Office must develop formal guidelines establishing criteria for evaluating and funding grant applications.
The program becomes operative January 1, 2030, contingent upon legislative appropriation. This timing allows the Office to develop implementation protocols while providing local agencies a framework to plan for potential cost overruns on infrastructure projects. The legislation adds to existing infrastructure financing options available to local governments without modifying current programs.
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0 | 0 | 10 | PASS |
Steven ChoiR Senator | Bill Author | Not Contacted | |
Joaquin ArambulaD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Buffy WicksD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Megan DahleR Senator | Bill Author | Not Contacted | |
Kelly SeyartoR Senator | Bill Author | Not Contacted |
| Bill Number | Title | Introduced Date | Status | Link to Bill |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SB-955 | Office of Planning and Research: Infrastructure Gap-Fund Program. | January 2024 | Failed |