State Capitol Updates
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Quick Legislative Update: Micromobility Regulations, Amtrak Bus Tickets, Affordable Housing Near Bus Rapid Transit
Some bills on key issues that have survived their first legislative house
May 24, 2019
Legislative Update: Complete Streets Move Forward, ATP Rejigger Fails
Among the bills that died or survived last week's Appropriations committee hearings were two key bills for people who walk, bike, or take transit.
May 20, 2019
Advocates Scramble to Keep Transit Housing Bill Active
Anti-density/NIMBY politician maneuvers to put transit housing bill on ice
May 17, 2019
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
