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CA AB1873
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Steve Bennett
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AI Summary
- Extends the backup power activation window from 60 to 90 minutes for water suppliers in Ventura County using mobile or non-stationary backup energy sources for fire suppression infrastructure
- Requires water suppliers to notify Ventura County Office of Emergency Services as soon as practically possible if backup power is not restored within 90 minutes of an outage
- Establishes July 1, 2027 deadline for water suppliers to create emergency preparedness plans in coordination with Ventura County Office of Emergency Services and Fire Department
- Adds new reporting requirements when fires damage more than 10 residential dwellings, including documentation of any emergency notifications made and duration of power loss to critical infrastructure
- Applies specifically to Ventura County due to the region's unique history of devastating fires, with state reimbursement provided if the Commission on State Mandates determines costs are state-mandated
Legislative Description
County of Ventura: fire suppression: backup energy source.
Last Action
Referred to Coms. on E.M and U. & E.
3/2/2026
Committee Referrals
Emergency Management3/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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