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Home/Bills/SB 234California · 2025–2026 Regular Session
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SB 234: Wildfires: workgroup: toxic heavy metals.

California · Senate · 2025–2026 Regular Session · last verified December 13, 2025

What SB 234 does, verified December 13, 2025

This bill requires the formation of a workgroup to address exposure to toxic heavy metals after wildfires. The workgroup will establish best practices and recommendations for wildfire-impacted communities, first responders, and personnel involved in response and cleanup efforts. The group will also provide outreach and support to minimize exposure to heavy metals. The bill authorizes the use of public universities, research institutions, and technical experts to support the workgroup's efforts. The department of forestry and fire protection, office of emergency services, and department of toxic substances control will report their findings to the legislature within three years.

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6ChapteredPending
Last action: August 29 hearing: Held in committee and under submission. (2025-08-29)Alert me
Recent actions26 total · showing 5
Aug. 29, 2025August 29 hearing: Held in committee and under submission.
Jul. 16, 2025July 16 set for first hearing. Placed on APPR. suspense file.
Jul. 16, 2025July 16 set for first hearing. Placed on suspense file.
Jul. 02, 2025From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To consent calendar. (Ayes 7. Noes 0.) (July 1). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
Jun. 27, 2025From committee with author's amendments. Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on E.S & T.M.
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