California 2025-2026 Regular Session

California Assembly Bill ABX15

Introduced

1/20/25

Failed

2/3/25

Caption

An act to amend the Budget Act of 2024 (Chs. 22, 35, and 994, Stats. 2024), by amending Items 2240-001-0001 and 7760-001-0001 of Section 2.00 of, by amending Sections 39.00 and 99.50 of, and by adding Section 90.01 to, that act, relating to the state budget, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, budget bill.

Impact

The impact of ABX15 on state laws is significant, particularly concerning financial appropriations for emergency services. The bill aims to enforce structured funding for various activities, including emergency protective measures, disaster evacuations, shelter provisions, hazardous waste removal, and environmental testing for states impacted by wildfires. Additionally, it specifies the manner in which funds will be appropriated and used, thus establishing a clear legal framework for emergency responses, which can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of future wildfire responses in California.

Summary

ABX15 is a legislative bill primarily focused on enhancing the state of California’s capabilities to respond to wildfire emergencies. The bill authorizes the Director of Finance to increase augmentation authority by up to an additional $1 billion, which is aimed to support state departments and entities involved in disaster response. The allocations specified are in accordance with the Disaster Response-Emergency Operations Account, which is critical during the states of emergency declared by the Governor.

Contention

In discussions surrounding ABX15, there were notable points of contention primarily around the amount of funding allocated and the scope of the emergency powers granted to the executive branch. Some members expressed concerns regarding oversight and the potential for legislative powers to be undermined by extensive executive authority during emergencies. Others argued for the necessity of such measures to ensure rapid response capabilities in the face of increasing wildfire threats, highlighting the urgency of making financial resources available in a timely manner.

Latest CA ABX15 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CA SBX13

Budget Act of 2024.

CA AB112

An act to amend the Budget Act of 2022 (Chapters 43, 45, and 249 of the Statutes of 2022) by amending Items 5227-118-0001 and 6100-001-0001 of Section 2.00 of, and amending Sections 19.56 and 39.10 of, that act, to amend the Budget Act of 2023 (Chapters 12, 38, and 189 of the Statutes of 2023) by amending Item 5227-118-0001 of Section 2.00 of, and amending Sections 19.561 and 39.10 of, that act, to amend the Budget Act of 2024 (Chapters 22, 35, and 994 of the Statutes of 2024) by amending Item 5227-118-0001 of Section 2.00 of, and amending Section 39.10 of, that act, and to amend the Budget Act of 2025 (Chapters 4 and 5 of the Statutes of 2025) by amending Items 0840-001-6094, 2660-101-0001, 2720-001-0044, 2740-004-0044, 3480-492, 3600-001-0001, 4260-101-0001, 4300-001-0890, 5225-001-0001, 5225-002-0001, 5225-492, 5225-493, 6100-001-0001, 6100-194-0001 and 6100-196-0001 of, adding Items 2240-494, 3480-491, 3560-001-6093 and 5225-496 to, and repealing Items 3560-101-6093 and 5225-494 of, Section 2.00 of, amending Sections 35.50, 39.10, and 99.50 of, and adding Section 11.62 to, that act, relating to the state budget, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, budget bill.

CA AB104

An act to amend the Budget Act of 2025 (Chapters 4 and 5 of the Statutes of 2025) by amending Items 0540-103-0001, 0690-301-0001, 0977-401, 1700-001-0001, 3125-301-0140, 3125-301-6088, 3540-001-0001, 3790-111-0577, 3825-002-6088, 3970-492, 5180-101-0890, 5180-151-0001, 5180-151-0890, 6100-107-0001, 6440-001-0001, 6610-001-0001, 6870-101-0001, 6870-194-0001, and 7760-101-0001 of, adding Items 3340-490, 5225-493, 5225-494, 6100-492, and 6870-403 to, repealing Item 3125-301-0720 of, Section 2.

CA SB100

An act relating to the Budget Act of 2025.

CA SB112

An act relating to the Budget Act of 2025. An act to amend the Budget Act of 2022 (Chapters 43, 45, and 249 of the Statutes of 2022) by amending Items 5227-118-0001 and 6100-001-0001 of Section 2.00 of, and amending Sections 19.56 and 39.10 of, that act, to amend the Budget Act of 2023 (Chapters 12, 38, and 189 of the Statutes of 2023) by amending Item 5227-118-0001 of Section 2.00 of, and amending Sections 19.561 and 39.10 of, that act, to amend the Budget Act of 2024 (Chapters 22, 35, and 994 of the Statutes of 2024) by amending Item 5227-118-0001 of Section 2.00 of, and amending Section 39.10 of, that act, and to amend the Budget Act of 2025 (Chapters 4 and 5 of the Statutes of 2025) by amending Items 0840-001-6094, 2660-101-0001, 2720-001-0044, 2740-004-0044, 3480-492, 3600-001-0001, 4260-101-0001, 4300-001-0890, 5225-001-0001, 5225-002-0001, 5225-492, 5225-493, 6100-001-0001, 6100-194-0001 and 6100-196-0001 of, adding Items 2240-494, 3480-491, 3560-001-6093 and 5225-496 to, and repealing Items 3560-101-6093 and 5225-494 of, Section 2.00 of, amending Sections 35.50, 39.10, and 99.50 of, and adding Section 11.62 to, that act, relating to the state budget, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, budget bill.

CA SB107

Budget Acts of 2023, 2024, and 2025.

CA AB100

An act to amend the Budget Act of 2023 (Chapters 12, 38, and 189 of the Statutes of 2023) by amending Items 5227-122-0001 and 7502-495 of Section 2.

CA AB107

Budget Acts of 2023, 2024, and 2025.

CA AB103

An act relating to the Budget Act of 2025.

CA SB104

An act relating to the Budget Act of 2025.

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