Wildfire.

Passed first chamber: it can still change before the session ends.

CA SB 492 · Senate Bill · 2025–2026

Stage: Passed first chamber
Started in: Senate
Sponsors: 7
Latest action: Aug 30, 2026

What it does

(1) Existing law establishes the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection in the Natural Resources Agency and requires the department to coordinate programs of fire protection, fire prevention, pest control, and forest and range maintenance and enhancement.

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Where it stands

Introduced (Done)
Committee (Done)
Floor (Current step)
Passed first chamber · Aug 30, 2026
Law (Not started)

What moved

Who is involved

Where it goes next

While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money in California.

Who sits in the seats that vote on itA roster is not a certified tally, and a filing is not a place on the ballot.
Who funds the people decidingA receipt is not backing. A contribution does not establish a policy motive.
Who is paid to be heardNaming an institution is the filer's account, not a record of any meeting.

What it does

Where it stands

What moved

Who is involved

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