California has passed a bipartisan legislation allocating $2.5 billion in state aid to address the devastating impact of recent wildfires. These funds will support emergency response initiatives such as evacuations, hazardous waste removal, and community rebuilding efforts. With thousands affected, legislators emphasize the need for urgent action to ensure assistance is delivered effectively. The devastating fires have resulted in significant loss of life and property, prompting officials to focus on recovery and infrastructure restoration throughout affected regions.
"Tens of thousands of our neighbors, our families and friends, they need help...we need to be able to move with urgency, put aside our differences..."
"The legislation...directs the money to begin the monumental emergency response and recovery effort, including evacuations, shelter...traffic control and environmental testing."
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