State Capitol Updates
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May Revise Budget to Be Released Tomorrow: What’s in it for Sustainability?
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.
May 8, 2019
Legislative Update: Amtrak Bus Tickets, Vouchers for E-bikes, Smog Check for Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Some key bills move forward.
April 26, 2019
Governor’s New Secretary of California State Transportation Agency Is from the Auto Industry
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.
April 25, 2019
Study: Electric Pedal-Assist Bikes Can Get People Out of Their Cars
While research is still scant, indications are good: e-bike riders replace car trips with e-bike trips
April 17, 2019
Legislative Update: Bill Connecting Transportation Funding to Climate Change Drops a Stick
S.B. 526 would have required the State Transportation Improvement Program to incorporate climate change considerations into funding allocations.
April 11, 2019
Legislative Update: Sen. Transpo. Committee Passes Several Bills, Including ATP Change
S.B. 152 was questioned, but ultimately passed its first committee hearing
April 10, 2019
Confused About Housing Legislation? You Are Not Alone! Here’s a Quick Primer
Designer Alfred Twu's charming watercolor illustrations are a guide to what's up in housing discussions right now
April 8, 2019
Bill Would Dramatically Restructure Active Transportation Program
The MTC says their goal with S.B. 152 is good governance. Advocates are not convinced
April 5, 2019
Housing-Near-Transit Bill Passes Its First Hearing
A bill that would rezone every city in California to a higher density near transit passed, as did several other housing bills.
April 3, 2019
Bill to Clarify Bike Riders’ Right to Full Lane Withdrawn
The California Bicycle Coalition, faced with opposition from AAA and others, has decided to hold off on its efforts to clear up California Vehicle Code language about when bicycle riders are allowed to "take the lane."
April 2, 2019