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CA AB2013

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Steve Bennett

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Origin

State Assembly

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires water suppliers serving more than 100 customers in moderate, high, or very high fire hazard severity zones to establish emergency preparedness plans for red flag warnings, extreme weather events, and major power outages

  • Plans must include assessments of minimum water tank levels and the number/type of water pumps needed to maintain customer service while ensuring adequate supply for firefighting activities

  • Water suppliers must identify which pumps have emergency backup power sources and which need backup power installed, along with alternative water sources available during emergencies

  • Plans must detail all pipelines, pumps, tanks, and backup power facilities needed to maintain service during emergencies, and designate which infrastructure is or must be fire-hardened

  • Plans must be submitted to the county board of supervisors or designated county agency and reviewed at least every three years with updates as necessary

Legislative Description

Fire risk areas: water suppliers: emergency preparedness plan.

Last Action

From printer. May be heard in committee March 20.

2/18/2026

Full Bill Text

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