Bill > AB39

This bill, known as the Local Electrification Planning Act, requires cities and counties with more than 75,000 residents to develop an electrification plan between 2027 and 2030 as part of their general plan. The plan must include goals and strategies for expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure, identifying opportunities for zero-emission vehicle fueling, developing strategies for electrifying buildings, and expanding renewable energy resources like rooftop solar and battery storage. The plan must specifically address the needs of disadvantaged communities, low-income households, and small businesses, ensuring equitable access to zero-emission technologies. Cities can use existing plans that meet these requirements or integrate new provisions into their current general plan. The bill defines key terms like "decarbonization" and "disadvantaged communities" and mandates coordination with load-serving entities to identify necessary grid infrastructure upgrades. The legislature considers this a matter of statewide concern related to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and the bill applies to all cities, including charter cities. Importantly, the bill does not require specific building code changes and allows local agencies to levy fees to cover the costs of implementing the plan.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB39