California lawmakers secured bipartisan approval for a $2.5 billion aid package to address wildfire cleanup and recovery in the Los Angeles area, just days after Governor Newsom’s call for action. While celebrating this critical support, some lawmakers emphasized the absence of additional funding for wildfire prevention, asserting that proactive measures are essential to mitigate future disasters. Lawmakers acknowledged the challenge posed by climate change, linking recent extreme wildfires to broader environmental issues, while calling for continuous improvement in wildfire management and community rebuilding efforts throughout the year.
California lawmakers unanimously approved $2.5 billion to aid wildfire cleanup and recovery in the Los Angeles area, signifying bipartisan support for disaster relief efforts.
Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher criticized the absence of wildfire prevention funding in the aid package, emphasizing that underfunding fire prevention measures compromises future safety.
Senator Kelly Seyarto expressed the need to do better in wildfire management, noting that ongoing efforts will be crucial for rebuilding affected communities.
Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi highlighted climate change as a significant factor behind increasing wildfires in California, stressing the importance of considering the broader implications.
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