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• goes from policemen to firefighters as opposed to a project that simply increases in cost due to supply
• chain issues.
• I want to also point out that this was voted on in 2020, before COVID supply chain issues, inflation,

Bills: SB3038 , SB3045 , SB3065 , SB3069 , SB3071 , HB2025 , HB2149 , HB3370 , HB4205 , HB4506 , HB5424 , HB5652 , HB24 , HB3687 , HB24

Committee: Senate Local Government

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• They haul in supplies during the winter for construction projects, chemicals, and other needs for the
• can actually virtually make a line—through satellite—and then you place a collar on your cattle or chain
• can actually virtually make a line—through satellite—and then you place a collar on your cattle or chain
• ... ...collar on your cattle or chain that has a device that, when they get close to that line, it shocks

Committee: Senate Resources and Environment

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• , and so we can cost-effectively supply California with clean energy, and the CPUC also has a role in
• DWR has electricity supply backstop responsibilities, including DWR has electricity supply backstop responsibilities
• chain issues and affected how fast we could build.
• What we're talking about as our portfolio of resources, we don't think about just supply side.
• chain, permitting.

Committee: House Utilities and Energy

Summary: The committee first heard AB 1026 by Assembly Member Wilson, a bill aimed at reducing delays in utility energization applications that can hold up approved housing projects. Supporters, including the Housing Action Coalition, Mission Housing, and several housing and local government groups, said investor-owned utilities should follow clearer timelines and disclosure requirements so projects can move forward predictably. Opponents from PG&E and Southern California Edison argued the bill was unnecessary, could conflict with CPUC efforts already underway, and should wait for the ongoing energization rulemaking to conclude. After discussion of the bill’s amendments and timelines, the committee passed AB 1026 on a 15-0 vote, and also dispensed with the consent calendar on a 15-0 vote. The hearing then shifted to the committee’s annual oversight hearing on electric reliability. Representatives from the CPUC, CEC, CAISO, and DWR reviewed lessons from the 2020 rolling outages and 2022 heat events, emphasizing improved planning, better coordination, and the role of strategic reserves. They reported that California enters summer 2025 in a stronger position, with no expected shortfalls under traditional planning conditions and a surplus under standard reliability analysis, though they cautioned that wildfire and extreme heat could still create risk. They also highlighted major additions of battery storage, new procurement, and transmission and market reforms that have improved reliability and flexibility. Members asked about data center load growth, the future of Diablo Canyon, the strategic reliability reserve, wildfire costs, regional market expansion, and the balance between affordability and reliability. Witnesses said data center demand remains a major variable, Diablo Canyon should be planned for as if it may retire on schedule unless policy changes are made, and demand response and energy efficiency remain important tools. CAISO described the Western Energy Imbalance Market and the upcoming extended day-ahead market as major sources of savings and reliability benefits. The panel also said the new slice-of-day resource adequacy framework is working so far, with high compliance and ongoing monitoring.

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• </c> some of our research on housing supply some of our research on housing supply and<00:02:21.599><
• </c><00:04:35.680><c> and</c> perspective of balancing supply and perspective of balancing supply and
• chains.
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Committee: Senate Housing and Homelessness Prevention

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• So the question is: is it more expensive to fundamentally change the tire supply chain across the state
• is, is it more expensive to fundamentally change the tire supply chain across the state in a global economy
• I really look at House Bill 2266 as both a supply bill.
• I really look at House Bill 2266 as both a supply bill.
• is a supply bill.

Bills: HB1316 , HB2401 , HB2557 , HB2720 , HB1073 , HB2685 , HB2640 , HB2403

Committee: House Appropriations

Keywords: postsecondary education, homelessness, foster youth, education access, support programs, commission, gender equity, boys, men, advocacy, state policy, special education, parental rights, educational access, evaluation reports, disability services, behavioral health, emergency services, health insurance, provider access

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• And California is heading towards a serious supply crunch.
• You know, what is our supply?
• None of that keeps our supply stable when global markets are tightening.
• And that explanation is the unauthorized, illegal war that has shut down the entire global supply.
• There is a long supply chain that starts with the farmer and the farmworker working the soil to produce

Summary: The Senate convened with a roll call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then recognized the YMCA’s 175th anniversary through floor remarks highlighting its long history of community service, youth programs, child care, and civic engagement. The body then moved through routine messages and appointments, confirming three gubernatorial appointments: former Judge Frank Darnell Jr. to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board, Michelle Edgar to the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, and David Galavis to the State Park and Recreation Commission. On third reading, senators debated and adopted Senate Joint Resolution 12, which opposes the federal offshore oil and gas leasing proposal off California and calls for California to be removed from the plan and for stronger environmental review and public participation. Supporters emphasized coastal protection and climate goals, while opponents argued the state faces energy supply and affordability problems and needs more domestic production. The resolution passed by roll call. The Senate also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 118, urging full release of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein investigation files to promote transparency and accountability for survivors, and Senate Resolution 99, declaring April 21, 2026, California Agriculture Day and recognizing the state’s agricultural production, farmworkers, and climate-smart practices. The final major item was Senate Resolution 100, designating April 16, 2026, as Breaking the Silence Day of Awareness to raise awareness of child sexual abuse, support survivors, and expand prevention and mandated reporter training. The author and supporters spoke about the prevalence of abuse, the importance of reporting, and survivor support; the resolution was adopted unanimously. The Senate then lifted the calls and confirmed the earlier appointments, adopted the consent calendar, announced upcoming budget subcommittee meetings, and adjourned in memory of Rob Trice and Alwyn Ben Holman. The session ended with notice that the next floor session would be Monday, April 27, 2026, with Denim Day observed that day.

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• And California is heading towards a serious supply crunch.
• You know, what is our supply?
• None of that keeps our supply stable when global markets are tightening.
• And that explanation is the unauthorized, illegal war that has shut down the entire global supply.
• There is a long supply chain that starts with the farmer and the farmworker working the soil to produce

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• But to get more detailed in the critical minerals and protecting our national security and our supply
• chain of critical minerals and rare earth minerals more so than it is and related to our energy minerals

Bills: HB3840 , HB3431

Committee: House State Powers

Keywords: foreign ownership, land acquisition, military installation, critical infrastructure, affidavit requirements, state law, penalties, Attorney General, foreign ownership of land, foreign adversary, foreign government adversary, foreign government enterprise, foreign government entity, foreign terrorist organization, specially designated national, SDN, FTO, critical minerals, land ownership, real property

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• Uh, there's a number of reasons why we're here today, and that includes supply chain delays, labor shortages

Committee: House House Taxation & Revenue

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• We do not have the supply of people who are willing or able to be on the fields, sun up, sundown, each
• chain bottlenecks.
• Those costs a lot at the grocery store, but on my end, no, it didn't change with all the supplies that
• There is a reason we grow 80% of the world's supply of almonds.
• It helps us produce that safe food supply. But there's a cost with every single one.

Summary: The joint informational hearing of the Assembly Committees on Economic Development, Growth, and Household Impact and Agriculture, held at Fresno State, focused on cost pressures in California’s food system, household affordability, and the Central Valley’s role in agriculture. Opening remarks emphasized Fresno State’s regional importance, the Central Valley’s outsized contribution to food production, and the connection between agricultural health, food security, and the broader economy. Members also noted the impact of the federal shutdown on CalFresh benefits and the state’s efforts to respond with food assistance funding and National Guard support for food banks. The first panel featured academic and policy experts who described agriculture’s economic importance in the San Joaquin Valley and the rising pressures on farms and households. Dr. Conduro highlighted agriculture’s large share of regional GDP, farm receipts, jobs, exports, and food manufacturing, while identifying water scarcity, SGMA-related land fallowing, labor shortages and rising labor costs, market volatility, invasive pests, and production cost inflation as major barriers. Caroline Danielson of PPIC said food prices remain about 30% above 2019 levels, food insecurity affects about 1.8 million California households, and nutrition programs such as CalFresh, WIC, and school meals are essential in reducing poverty, especially in the Central Valley. Susie Pryor of the Central California Small Business Development Center described technical assistance, capital access, and training for small food and farm businesses, while warning that reduced funding limits support for rural and immigrant entrepreneurs. The second panel brought testimony from a small produce business owner, a food entrepreneur, and the Fresno County Farm Bureau. They said input costs for fertilizer, fuel, irrigation, labor, land leases, and compliance have risen sharply while commodity prices have remained flat or fallen, squeezing small farms and food businesses. Panelists stressed the need for small-batch processing facilities, local supply chains, education on food manufacturing compliance, land access for small farmers, and more pathways into agriculture through trade programs, community colleges, and FFA. Ryan Jacobson said California agriculture is facing a prolonged downturn, with farm bankruptcies, weak commodity prices, export-market uncertainty, water reliability problems, and costly ag-burning rules all contributing to financial strain. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken; the hearing was informational and concluded with discussion of possible policy solutions and continued engagement with stakeholders.

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• FURTHER FOOD IS SOMETHING THAT NOURISHES SUSTAINS OR SUPPLIES.
• WE NEED TO REMEMBER WHEN WE'RE TALKING ABOUT FOOD IS FOOD IS SOMETHING THAT NOURISHES SUSTAINS OR SUPPLIES
• LOWEST COMMON DENOMINATOR WHICH MEANS EVERY STATE IS GOING TO HAVE A HOLD ON THE FOOD AND BEVERAGE SUPPLY
• REVISITED AND THESE THINGS ARE FOUND TO NOT BE SOMETHING THAT THE US GOVERNMENT WANTS IN THE FOOD SUPPLY
• THE LOADING DOCK AND THOSE DISTRIBUTORS SELL TO DISTRIBUTORS AND THOSE DISTRIBUTORS SELL TO GROCERY CHAINS

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• We treated a symptom, and we ignored structural supply collapse.
• So again, if supply drops faster than demand, what happens?
• So, I mean, pretty simple for me: if supply drops faster than demand, prices go up.
• We don't explicitly analyze any sort of supply stability.
• And then the link between supply... ...and safety for workers.

Summary: The Senate Environmental Quality Committee held an informational hearing on the environmental impacts and policy considerations surrounding refinery closures. Chair Blakespear framed the hearing as part of California’s broader transition away from fossil fuels, emphasizing the need for proactive planning so communities, workers, and local governments are not caught off guard. Vice Chair Gunda argued that the state has long signaled a future away from oil, while also warning that closures can create supply instability, higher prices, and infrastructure stress if not managed carefully. Senators also raised concerns about consumer costs, supply reliability, the role of imports, and whether California’s climate policies are contributing to refinery disinvestment. The first panel included the California Energy Commission, CARB, and the State Water Resources Control Board. Gunda described California as being in a “mid-transition,” with gasoline demand gradually declining, zero-emission vehicle adoption rising, and refinery capacity shrinking through both conversions to renewable fuels and outright closures. He said the state needs a coordinated strategy that balances near-term supply stability with long-term decarbonization, and noted that refinery closures can shift liabilities onto pipelines, terminals, and potentially the state. CARB’s Matthew Boutill said the agency’s focus is reducing air pollution and greenhouse gases, and that state policies are already driving billions in annual investment in alternative fuels, EV infrastructure, and refinery conversions. Water Board representative Annalisa Kihara explained the cleanup authorities used at refinery sites, including investigation, remediation, and enforcement tools, and said decommissioning often reveals previously inaccessible contamination and may require new monitoring wells and additional site assessment. Committee members pressed the panel on whether the state has enough information to plan for land reuse and cleanup costs, whether current tools are adequate, and whether more legislative direction is needed. Gunda said there are still gaps in information and transparency, especially around liability and long-term community planning. Kihara said the Water Boards can require more data, cleanup, and timelines, but that refinery remediation is highly site-specific and can take tens to hundreds of millions of dollars. Senators Menjivar, Stern, and Hurtado questioned demand trends, the pace of refinery closures versus demand decline, the role of imports and the Jones Act, and whether California should consider options such as state ownership or broader ecosystem planning. The panel generally agreed that closures are likely to continue and that the state should plan proactively rather than reactively. A second panel presented recent research on refinery closures. Emily Grubert said closure costs and remediation obligations are often underestimated and that California should better define end-of-life obligations and financial assurance requirements. Tham Herschbach outlined five drivers of refinery closures: declining California crude production, falling in-state gasoline demand, the shift toward renewable diesel and other alternative fuels, global refinery consolidation, and the growing availability of imported gasoline. Anne Alexander focused on community impacts, using the Phillips 66 Los Angeles refinery closure as a case study, and said refinery sites are often heavily contaminated, cleanup can take a decade or more, and communities are often left without clear information because refineries have little end-of-life planning or financial assurance requirements. No votes or formal actions were taken at the informational hearing.

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• But the U.S. has ceded supply chain dominance to our primary adversary, China.
• We have outsourced our supply chains to them, allowing them to engage in unfair trade practices that
• The Trump administration has long recognized the threat China poses to our critical mineral supply chains
• chains and has critical mineral supply chains and has taken<00:37:36.960><c> bold</c><00:37:37.359><
• </c><00:37:50.560><c> The</c> critical mineral supply chains. The critical mineral supply chains.

Bills: HB4626 , HR1075 , SB2503 , HB6329

Keywords: energy conservation, home appliances, affordability, Secretary of Energy, technological feasibility, consumer protection, economic impact, aviation safety, Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast, air traffic management, pilot training, regulatory compliance

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• Unfortunately, this bill does nothing to help small businesses grow or adjust to supply chain disruptions
• Unfortunately, this bill does nothing to help small businesses grow or adjust to supply chain disruptions
• Supply chains are under pressure.
• Supply chains are under pressure.
• chains are under goods. simp uh supply chains are under pressure.<00:42:29.200><c> Instead</c><00:42

Bills: HB2966

Keywords: citizenship, small business, loan eligibility, immigration status, entrepreneurship

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• As a point of background, I've worked on water supply, water quality, and coastal issues for over 35
• Ocean Policy and Governor Newsom's first term the impacts of climate change on California's water supply
• including better stormwater capture and use to reduce potable water demand to offset decreased water supplies
• As a result, precious potable water supplies are being used to irrigate turf.
• network and food chain.

Committee: House Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials

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• They don't need to be in our food supply, and they don't add nutritive value.
• Protecting the integrity of the food supply is the number one priority of food and beverage manufacturers
• with Secretary Rollins and are already in contact with her office to protect the country's resilient supply
• chain and ensure all Americans have access to a wide variety of safe, affordable, and convenient product
• Quality of foods indicates that all the currently used dyes should be removed from the food supply and

Bills: SB 25 , SB25 , SB314

Committee: Senate Health & Human Services

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• Who knows what Southwest Cheese will do with the added regulations and no dairy to supply their milk?
• SB 18 would expand this same model across the entire economy—transportation, energy, and supply chains—magnifying
• costs, increased freight costs, and added administrative and compliance burdens that flow through the supply
• chain in New Mexico.
• Clean energy already supplies half of New Mexico's electricity and has helped lower power costs.

Summary: The committee first took up the proposed 2026 tax package, Senate Bill 151, and adopted a committee substitute after discussion of the package’s funding capacity and included measures. The substitute bundled five bills: a physician tax credit, a quantum facility infrastructure tax credit, a construction materials gross receipts deduction for affordable multifamily housing, a local journalist employment tax credit, and a health equipment gross receipts deduction. Members discussed amendments that raised the physician credit from $4,000 to $10,000, narrowed the housing deduction to project-based certification, and reduced the journalist credit threshold from four stories to three. Concerns were raised about the fiscal impact on municipalities, especially Albuquerque, and about the funding mechanism, but the committee voted 6-4 to give the substitute a do pass recommendation. Senator Sanchez explained his vote, saying he wished more could have been included in the package. The committee then heard Senate Bill 18, the Clear Horizons Act, which would codify statewide greenhouse gas reduction targets and direct the Environment Department and Environmental Improvement Board to develop plans and rules for emissions reductions. The sponsors said the bill builds on the governor’s 2019 executive order, includes a 10,000-metric-ton threshold for covered emitters, allows certified offsets, and is intended to protect public health, reduce climate-related costs, and provide regulatory certainty. Supporters argued the bill would help communities facing wildfire, drought, health harms, and rising insurance and utility costs, and that it would encourage clean-energy investment and long-term economic stability. Opposition testimony came from mining, oil and gas, rural electric cooperatives, construction, agriculture, auto dealers, chambers of commerce, banks, water recycling companies, and realtors. They argued the bill functions like a carbon tax or broad regulatory mandate, would raise energy and compliance costs, could reduce investment and jobs, and would disproportionately affect rural, tribal, agricultural, and low-income communities. Several witnesses warned of higher electricity and fuel bills, revenue losses for local governments, and uncertainty from delegating major policy decisions to rulemaking. Supporters included public health advocates, educators, local officials, clean-energy businesses, tribal and environmental advocates, and residents affected by wildfire and drought, who said the bill is necessary to address climate harms and protect public health and the economy. No final committee vote on SB 18 was reached in the portion provided.

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• cooperative resource assistance program, and taking decisive action to protect the state's water supply
• chains.
• chains.
• This measure will help California develop in-state supply chains for EV batteries, building decarbonization
• SB 787 will create a unified approach to build out California's clean energy supply chains and workforce

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then moved through a long floor session focused largely on concurrence votes on Senate amendments and a few budget-related motions. Early procedural actions included a failed motion to send AB 1207 to the inactive file, approval of motions to take up Senate amendments without reference to file, and recesses for dinner and committee meetings. The chamber also heard several guest introductions and brief ceremonial remarks, including birthday acknowledgments and recognition of interns and visitors. Members then considered and passed a series of measures on topics including armory property transfers (SB 855), data center electricity impacts (SB 57), carbon capture pipeline transport (SB 614), health budget trailer bills (AB 144 and AB 149), and a Black Caucus higher-education bill allowing institutions to consider descendants of enslaved people in admissions (AB 7). The Assembly also concurred in numerous Senate amendments on bills covering community college nursing programs (AB 1400), public health, signage for the Los Angeles Convention Center, gambling, social media warning labels for children, housing plan-check timelines, small business disaster recovery, wildfire mental health services, antitrust enforcement, foster care kinship placements, housing stability, AI cybersecurity, emergency services, and school nutrition standards. Most of these measures passed with little or no opposition, though a few drew dissenting votes or brief debate over policy details. The most extended debate came on SB 274, which would limit retention of automated license plate reader data to 60 days unless tied to an investigation. Supporters argued it was needed to protect privacy and prevent misuse of sensitive location data, while opponents said it would hinder law enforcement and crime-solving. The transcript cuts off during that debate, so no final vote is shown for SB 274 in the provided text. Earlier and later votes recorded in the session showed broad support for many bills, with several measures passing unanimously and others receiving modest no votes, and some urgency measures being sent immediately to the Governor or the Senate after concurrence.

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• Producing renewable hydrogen from local resources will also diversify our energy supply.
• Tatum Ackler on behalf of SEMI, which represents the entire supply chain of the semiconductor industry
• , in strong support of SB 1306. ...the entire supply chain of the semiconductor industry in strong support

Committee: House Appropriations

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• environment and human health in preventing zoonotic disease transmission are safeguarding the food supply
• chain and minimizing environmental contamination during outbreaks.
• environment and human health in preventing zoonotic disease transmission are safeguarding the food supply
• chain and minimizing environmental contamination during outbreaks.
• Sustainable harvest calculations generate a perpetual supply of revenue on state trust lands for trust

Committee: House Agriculture & Natural Resources