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CA AB2569

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Gregg Hart

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Origin

State Assembly

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands CEQA's definition of "environment" to include the health and safety of people affected by physical conditions at a project's location

  • Broadens "significant effect on the environment" to include exposure of people to substantial existing or reasonably foreseeable natural hazards or adverse environmental conditions

  • Requires Environmental Impact Reports to include a detailed statement on significant effects from locating projects near, or attracting people to, natural hazards or adverse environmental conditions

  • Imposes a state-mandated local program but provides no state reimbursement, as local agencies can levy fees to cover costs

Legislative Description

California Environmental Quality Act: natural hazards and adverse environmental conditions.

Last Action

Referred to Com. on NAT. RES.

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources3/9/2026

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