California is considering a new bill aimed at providing grants to low- and moderate-income homeowners in high fire risk zones to help fireproof their properties. With wildfire seasons becoming more destructive, the 'California Safe Homes Act' seeks to alleviate the financial burden of necessary improvements. Homeowners like Ryan Hughes, who have experienced multiple evacuations, express the need for such support. The grant program would primarily assist those living in designated high-risk areas, while addressing challenges insurers face in maintaining coverage for these properties.
The bill comes at a time when the state is grappling on how to persuade insurance companies to keep doing business in California amid destructive wildfire seasons.
I believe we need a dedicated program to maximize risk mitigation benefits for Californians by addressing a key barrier: the up-front costs of essential mitigation actions.
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