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California Assembly Bill AB267
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
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California 2025-2026 Regular Session

California Assembly Bill AB267

Introduced
1/17/25  
Refer
2/18/25  

Caption

Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund: high-speed rail: water infrastructure and wildfire prevention.

Impact

This proposed redirection of funds is significant as it alters the financing model for upcoming high-speed rail projects, aiming to resolve immediate public safety concerns regarding water and wildfires in light of California's changing climate. By channeling these funds into necessary infrastructure improvements and environmental protections, AB267 underscores the urgency of adapting to challenges that affect local communities profoundly. The bill seeks to leverage the existing funds in a manner that aligns closely with pressing state-wide priorities.

Summary

Assembly Bill 267, introduced by Assembly Member Macedo on January 17, 2025, seeks to amend Section 39719 of the Health and Safety Code, focusing primarily on the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF). The bill proposes to suspend the appropriation of 25% of the fund’s annual proceeds to the High-Speed Rail Authority for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 fiscal years. Instead, the bill stipulates that these funds should be redirected to the General Fund, where they will be allocated by the Legislature for water infrastructure projects and wildfire prevention programs.

Contention

The shift in funding away from high-speed rail initiatives may spark debate among stakeholders in transportation and environmental circles. Proponents of AB267 argue that focusing on water infrastructure and wildfire prevention is essential for the state, especially given the increasing frequency of droughts and wildfires in California. Conversely, critics express concern that this action could undermine the long-term vision for high-speed rail, potentially delaying critical transit development. The bill presents a crucial pivot; however, it is likely to face scrutiny regarding the long-term implications for California's transportation network.

Latest CA AB267 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CA AB273

Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund: high-speed rail: infrastructure improvements.

CA SB1411

Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund: funding conditions: high-speed rail.

CA SB840

Greenhouse gases: Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund: studies.

CA SB94

Transportation funding: Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund: Motor Vehicle Fuel Account.

CA SB1035

Motor vehicle fuel tax: greenhouse gas reduction programs: suspension.

CA AB337

Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund: grant program: edible food.

CA AB1704

Greenhouse gases: embodied carbon building materials.

CA SB1404

Wildfire prevention: state responsibility areas: fire prevention fee.

CA AB1608

Office of the Inspector General, High-Speed Rail.

CA AB2112

Greenhouse gases: soil carbon sequestration.

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