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Committee advances interagency security coordination bill for upcoming mega sporting events
Summary
AB 549, which would establish an interagency framework to coordinate security and anti‑trafficking efforts for major upcoming events (World Cup, Super Bowl, Olympics), moved out of committee after witnesses said coordination can protect visitors and residents while some members pressed for safeguards against over‑policing.
Assemblymember Gabriel presented AB 549 to the Assembly Arts, Entertainment, Sports and Tourism Committee, describing the bill as a framework to coordinate state and local agencies, host committees and community partners on security planning for several major upcoming international sporting events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the 2027 Super Bowl and the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Amelia Zimani of…
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