Office of Emergency Services: comprehensive wildfire mitigation program.
- Expands the state wildfire mitigation program by adding the Department of Insurance to its governing board.
- Requires the Department of Insurance to appoint two members to the program board by July 1, 2026.
- Maintains the program's focus on creating fire-resistant buildings and managing vegetation for wildfire safety.
The California Assembly Committee on Emergency Management proposes adding the Department of Insurance to the state's comprehensive wildfire mitigation program board, which currently operates as a partnership between the Office of Emergency Services and the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
Under the measure, the Department of Insurance would appoint two representatives to the California Wildfire Mitigation Program Board by July 1, 2026. The program, which remains operative through July 1, 2029, coordinates structure hardening initiatives and vegetation management activities aimed at reducing wildfire risks for homes, businesses, and public buildings. The Office of the State Fire Marshal maintains delegated authority for program implementation through the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
The existing joint powers agreement enables the participating agencies to establish eligibility criteria for property owners, community organizations, and local governments seeking financial assistance for wildfire preparedness projects. This framework allows agencies to combine their respective authorities while maintaining their individual roles - with the Office of Emergency Services handling program administration and the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection providing technical expertise through the State Fire Marshal.
 Anna CaballeroD Senator | Floor Vote |  Not Contacted | |
 Roger NielloR Senator | Floor Vote | Not Contacted | |
 Tony StricklandR Senator | Floor Vote | Not Contacted | |
 Shannon GroveR Senator | Floor Vote | Not Contacted | |
 Brian JonesR Senator | Floor Vote | Not Contacted |
| Bill Number | Title | Introduced Date | Status | Link to Bill |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AB-2983 | Office of Emergency Services: comprehensive wildfire mitigation program: impact on fire insurance. | February 2024 | Vetoed |
- Expands the state wildfire mitigation program by adding the Department of Insurance to its governing board.
- Requires the Department of Insurance to appoint two members to the program board by July 1, 2026.
- Maintains the program's focus on creating fire-resistant buildings and managing vegetation for wildfire safety.
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The California Assembly Committee on Emergency Management proposes adding the Department of Insurance to the state's comprehensive wildfire mitigation program board, which currently operates as a partnership between the Office of Emergency Services and the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
Under the measure, the Department of Insurance would appoint two representatives to the California Wildfire Mitigation Program Board by July 1, 2026. The program, which remains operative through July 1, 2029, coordinates structure hardening initiatives and vegetation management activities aimed at reducing wildfire risks for homes, businesses, and public buildings. The Office of the State Fire Marshal maintains delegated authority for program implementation through the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
The existing joint powers agreement enables the participating agencies to establish eligibility criteria for property owners, community organizations, and local governments seeking financial assistance for wildfire preparedness projects. This framework allows agencies to combine their respective authorities while maintaining their individual roles - with the Office of Emergency Services handling program administration and the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection providing technical expertise through the State Fire Marshal.
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 | PASS |
Anna CaballeroD Senator | Floor Vote | Not Contacted | |
Roger NielloR Senator | Floor Vote | Not Contacted | |
Tony StricklandR Senator | Floor Vote | Not Contacted | |
Shannon GroveR Senator | Floor Vote | Not Contacted | |
Brian JonesR Senator | Floor Vote | Not Contacted |
| Bill Number | Title | Introduced Date | Status | Link to Bill |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AB-2983 | Office of Emergency Services: comprehensive wildfire mitigation program: impact on fire insurance. | February 2024 | Vetoed |