Recent Streetsblog CALIFORNIA posts about State Capitol Updates

Greening up the urban forest can bring huge benefits to communities. Photo by Melanie Curry/Streetsblog

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May Revise Budget to Be Released Tomorrow: What’s in it for Sustainability?

By Melanie Curry | May 8, 2019

The Sustainability Communities for All Coalition suggests using cap-and-trade revenue for energy efficiency and solar energy for low-income residents, expanding access to electric bikes, and community forestry.

Legislative Update: Amtrak Bus Tickets, Vouchers for E-bikes, Smog Check for Heavy-Duty Vehicles

By Melanie Curry | Apr 26, 2019

Some key bills move forward.

David Kim when he was Vice President of Government Affairs at Hyundai Motor Company

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Governor’s New Secretary of California State Transportation Agency Is from the Auto Industry

By Melanie Curry | Apr 25, 2019

Governor Newsom's appointee to the state's top transportation post should be prepared to play a key role in guiding the state transportation system towards a sustainable future.

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Study: Electric Pedal-Assist Bikes Can Get People Out of Their Cars

By Melanie Curry | Apr 17, 2019

While research is still scant, indications are good: e-bike riders replace car trips with e-bike trips

Senator Ben Allen presents S.B. 526 to the Senate Transportation Committee. Photo by Josh Stark

Legislative Update: Bill Connecting Transportation Funding to Climate Change Drops a Stick

By Melanie Curry | Apr 11, 2019

S.B. 526 would have required the State Transportation Improvement Program to incorporate climate change considerations into funding allocations.

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Legislative Update: Sen. Transpo. Committee Passes Several Bills, Including ATP Change

By Melanie Curry | Apr 10, 2019

S.B. 152 was questioned, but ultimately passed its first committee hearing

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