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Assembly adopts AB 130, housing trailer bill aimed at speeding homebuilding and protecting tribal cultural resources
Summary
The Assembly concurred in Senate amendments and approved AB 130, a housing trailer bill that pairs CEQA streamlining with tribal consultation and other provisions; proponents called it transformative while opponents warned of special‑interest tradeoffs.
Assemblymember Gabriel presented Assembly Bill 130 and the Assembly concurred in Senate amendments, approving the measure on a roll call vote (Ayes 62, Noes 2) with immediate transmittal to the governor.
Supporters said AB 130 will reduce delays and lower costs that currently impede housing construction. "This bill will ensure that these investments are matched by policy that speeds housing construction, supports renters and homeowners, ensures that we stretch our dollars for maximum impact," Assemblymember Gabriel said as he asked for an aye vote.
The bill, described on the floor as the second of two budget‑related housing trailer bills, includes a package of streamlining measures for…
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