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CA AB1960
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Steve Bennett
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AI Summary
- Creates "identified cohesive fire community" status for communities where 50% of homes are certified by a State Fire Marshal-approved home hardening program by June 1, 2027
- Allows any group of residents to apply to the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection for this designation, with justification for why they qualify as a distinct community
- Authorizes the department to allocate up to 20% of Wildfire Prevention Grants Program funds to identified cohesive fire communities starting in fiscal year 2028-29
- Funds can be used for hazardous fuels reduction, wildfire prevention planning, and wildfire prevention education activities
- Introduced by Assembly Member Bennett with bipartisan coauthors on February 13, 2026
Legislative Description
Wildfire Prevention Grants Program: identified cohesive fire communities.
Last Action
Referred to Coms. on NAT. RES. and E.M.
3/2/2026
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources3/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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