Bill > AB39

This bill, known as the Local Electrification Planning Act, requires cities and counties with populations over 75,000 residents to develop a comprehensive electrification plan between 2027 and 2030 as part of their general planning process. The plan must include strategies for expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure, identifying opportunities for zero-emission vehicle fueling, developing public electrification and decarbonization strategies for buildings, expanding renewable energy resources like rooftop solar and microgrids, and planning for infrastructure upgrades to support electric vehicle fleets. Importantly, the bill emphasizes equity by requiring municipalities to create policies that prioritize investments in zero-emission technologies that directly benefit disadvantaged communities, low-income households, and small businesses. Cities can use existing plans that meet these requirements or integrate the provisions into their current general plans. The bill defines key terms like "disadvantaged communities" and "low-income households" and explicitly states that its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions is a matter of statewide concern, thus applying to all cities, including charter cities. The legislation does not require state reimbursement, as local agencies can levy fees to cover the mandated planning work.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

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