CA AB1471

Establishes definitions for "delayed implementation of a state action," "preventable lost revenue," "state action," and "underprivileged or disadvantaged local agency" in the Government Code.

Defines underprivileged or disadvantaged local agencies as cities, counties, or city-counties with median household income at least 25% below the highest county median, or average life expectancy at least 3 years below the highest county average.

Requires the state to reimburse underprivileged or disadvantaged local agencies for preventable lost revenue resulting from delayed implementation of state actions, through the same reimbursement procedures used for other state-mandated costs.

Exempts claims by underprivileged or disadvantaged local agencies for preventable lost revenue from Section 17556 exceptions that otherwise limit reimbursement eligibility.

Applies to revenue losses sustained after January 1, 2020, resulting from state agencies' failures to issue required licenses/authorizations or provide required advice/comments by statutory deadlines.