AB-431
Energy & Environment

Advanced Air Mobility Infrastructure Act.

Introduced
CA
2025-2026 Regular Session
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Key Takeaways

  • Establishes a statewide framework for electric aircraft and vertiport infrastructure development in California.
  • Requires the Department of Transportation to create a comprehensive aviation plan for electric aircraft charging and vertiports.
  • Mandates the appointment of a state expert to guide local jurisdictions on advanced air mobility implementation.
  • Creates an education campaign to inform local officials about the benefits of electric aircraft transportation.

Summary

Assembly Member Wilson's Advanced Air Mobility Infrastructure Act directs the California Department of Transportation to develop infrastructure and regulatory frameworks for electric aircraft operations across the state. The legislation requires the department to incorporate vertiports and electric aviation charging facilities into statewide aviation planning while designating an advanced air mobility expert to guide local jurisdictions through technological transitions.

The bill establishes oversight for aircraft weighing 300 pounds or more, including electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) and electric conventional takeoff and landing (eCTOL) vehicles. It tasks the department with leading educational initiatives for local officials about electric aircraft capabilities and providing technical resources to standardize planning and zoning requirements statewide. The legislation preserves existing Federal Aviation Administration authority over airspace and aviation safety while maintaining local control over zoning and airport operations.

The measure applies uniformly to all California municipalities, including charter cities, reflecting its designation as a matter of statewide concern. While creating no new appropriations, the bill aims to facilitate coordinated development of advanced air mobility infrastructure through enhanced planning, expertise, and guidance at the state level.

Key Dates

Next Step
Referred to the Assembly Standing Committee on Appropriations
Next Step
Assembly Committee
Referred to the Assembly Standing Committee on Appropriations
Hearing has not been scheduled yet
Assembly Transportation Hearing
Assembly Committee
Assembly Transportation Hearing
Assembly Transportation Hearing
Read first time. To print.
Assembly Floor
Read first time. To print.
Read first time. To print.

Contacts

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Joaquin ArambulaD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Buffy WicksD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Laurie DaviesR
Assemblymember
Bill Author
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Not Contacted
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Lisa CalderonD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Not Contacted
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Mike FongD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
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Lisa CalderonD
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Mike FongD
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Lori WilsonD
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Diane DixonR
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Jessica CalozaD
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Mark GonzalezD
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Heather HadwickR
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John HarabedianD
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Jose SolacheD
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Sade ElhawaryD
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Introduced By

Lori Wilson
Lori WilsonD
California State Assembly Member
Co-Authors
Laurie Davies
Laurie DaviesR
California State Assembly Member
John Harabedian
John HarabedianD
California State Assembly Member
10% progression
Bill has been formally introduced and read for the first time in its house of origin (2/5/2025)

Latest Voting History

April 28, 2025
PASS
Assembly Committee
Assembly Transportation Hearing
AyesNoesNVRTotalResult
150116PASS

Key Takeaways

  • Establishes a statewide framework for electric aircraft and vertiport infrastructure development in California.
  • Requires the Department of Transportation to create a comprehensive aviation plan for electric aircraft charging and vertiports.
  • Mandates the appointment of a state expert to guide local jurisdictions on advanced air mobility implementation.
  • Creates an education campaign to inform local officials about the benefits of electric aircraft transportation.

Get Involved

Act Now!

Email the authors or create an email template to send to all relevant legislators.

Introduced By

Lori Wilson
Lori WilsonD
California State Assembly Member
Co-Authors
Laurie Davies
Laurie DaviesR
California State Assembly Member
John Harabedian
John HarabedianD
California State Assembly Member

Summary

Assembly Member Wilson's Advanced Air Mobility Infrastructure Act directs the California Department of Transportation to develop infrastructure and regulatory frameworks for electric aircraft operations across the state. The legislation requires the department to incorporate vertiports and electric aviation charging facilities into statewide aviation planning while designating an advanced air mobility expert to guide local jurisdictions through technological transitions.

The bill establishes oversight for aircraft weighing 300 pounds or more, including electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) and electric conventional takeoff and landing (eCTOL) vehicles. It tasks the department with leading educational initiatives for local officials about electric aircraft capabilities and providing technical resources to standardize planning and zoning requirements statewide. The legislation preserves existing Federal Aviation Administration authority over airspace and aviation safety while maintaining local control over zoning and airport operations.

The measure applies uniformly to all California municipalities, including charter cities, reflecting its designation as a matter of statewide concern. While creating no new appropriations, the bill aims to facilitate coordinated development of advanced air mobility infrastructure through enhanced planning, expertise, and guidance at the state level.

10% progression
Bill has been formally introduced and read for the first time in its house of origin (2/5/2025)

Key Dates

Next Step
Referred to the Assembly Standing Committee on Appropriations
Next Step
Assembly Committee
Referred to the Assembly Standing Committee on Appropriations
Hearing has not been scheduled yet
Assembly Transportation Hearing
Assembly Committee
Assembly Transportation Hearing
Assembly Transportation Hearing
Read first time. To print.
Assembly Floor
Read first time. To print.
Read first time. To print.

Latest Voting History

April 28, 2025
PASS
Assembly Committee
Assembly Transportation Hearing
AyesNoesNVRTotalResult
150116PASS

Contacts

Profile
Joaquin ArambulaD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Buffy WicksD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Laurie DaviesR
Assemblymember
Bill Author
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Lisa CalderonD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Mike FongD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
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Joaquin ArambulaD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Buffy WicksD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Laurie DaviesR
Assemblymember
Bill Author
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Lisa CalderonD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Mike FongD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Lori WilsonD
Assemblymember
Bill Author
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Diane DixonR
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Gregg HartD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Blanca PachecoD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Gail PellerinD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Kate SanchezR
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Tri TaR
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Jessica CalozaD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Mark GonzalezD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Heather HadwickR
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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John HarabedianD
Assemblymember
Bill Author
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Jose SolacheD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Sade ElhawaryD
Assemblymember
Committee Member