California 20252026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

SB 488 — Safety element: local hazard mitigation plan.

Last action — Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 19, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Summary

The Planning and Zoning Law requires the legislative body of a city or county to adopt a comprehensive, long-term general plan that includes various elements, including, among others, a safety element for the protection of the community from specified risks. Existing law authorizes a city or county to adopt within the safety element a local hazard mitigation plan, and requires that plan to meet specified requirements set out in the federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000. This bill would make nonsubstantive changes in the provision that authorizes a city or county to adopt a local hazard mitigation plan.

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The updated version of Bill SB 488 includes a new provision that was added to the text. This change is important because it could impact how the bill functions or what it aims to achieve. The specific addition helps clarify the goals of the legislation, making it easier for people to understand its purpose and implications.

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How this bill changes current law

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This bill amends 1 section(s) of the California codes: Section 65302.6 of the Government Code.

  • Section 65302.6 of the Government Code

    Local shall be given preference by the Office of Emergency Services → The Office of Emergency Services shall give preference to local

    amended

Action History

  1. Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.

  2. Referred to Com. on RLS.

  3. From printer. May be acted upon on or after March 22.

  4. Introduced. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. To print.

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 121 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (121)

121 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 488 do?
The Planning and Zoning Law requires the legislative body of a city or county to adopt a comprehensive, long-term general plan that includes various elements, including, among others, a safety element for the protection of the community from specified risks. Existing law authorizes a city or county to adopt within the safety element a local hazard mitigation plan, and requires that plan to meet specified requirements set out in the federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000. This bill would make nonsubstantive changes in the provision that authorizes a city or county to adopt a local hazard mitigation plan.
Who sponsors SB 488?
SB 488 is sponsored by Limón, Monique (Democratic).
What is the current status of SB 488?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 19, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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