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Assemblymember Phil Ting Reintroduces Bill to Decriminalize Jaywalking
Citing statistics that show that jaywalking laws do not make walking safer, Assemblymember Phil Ting introduced a new bill, A.B. 2147, to end the practice of stopping pedestrians that pose no danger to themselves or others when they cross a street.
February 16, 2022
California’s Power to Regulate Tailpipe Emissions Will Be Restored
“We welcome the Biden Administration’s expected move to recognize our authority to continue setting the pace with bold policies, investments and partnerships to clean the air and accelerate the global zero-emission vehicle transition,” Newsom said.
February 16, 2022
Do-It-Yourself Walk Audit: Identify Ways to Improve Walking Where You Live
By simply walking around, observing, and noting features that allow people to walk safely, anyone can advocate for better conditions for everyone in their neighborhood.
February 15, 2022
State Grants $808M to Support Housing as a Climate Strategy
The AHSC, funded by California's cap-and-trade program, aims to reducing GHGs by putting housing near transit and increasing opportunities for people to safely and comfortably rely on active transportation and transit for their travel needs.
February 14, 2022
Bike Bills: An Omnibus, and Stop-as-Yield
Is this the first time the legislature has seen "bicycle" and "omnibus" in the same phrase?
February 11, 2022
San Diego County Ponders a VMT Tax, with a Twist
This tax, if approved, wouldn’t cover all of the SANDAG region, but would provide a steady revenue stream for its urban center.
February 9, 2022
Newsom Appoints Caltrans Head to Lead California State Transportation Agency
Director Toks Omishakin Moves Up
February 8, 2022
Bill Would Extend Environmental Exemption for Bike, Walk, Transit Projects
S.B. 288's temporary CEQA exemption, having proving useful, would be made permanent
February 7, 2022
CA Bill Would Outlaw Freeway Expansions through Environmental Justice Communities
Maybe this is what it takes: Asm. Cristina Garcia's A.B. 1778 would prohibit the state from funding or permitting freeway expansions in "Environmental Justice" communities
February 3, 2022
Applications Open for AARP Community Challenge Grants
Small grants for "quick-action" projects that help communities become more livable: public spaces, housing, transportation, civic engagement. Deadline: March 22
February 2, 2022
