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CA SB63

San Francisco Bay area: local revenue measure: transportation funding.


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Introduced
01/09/2025
In Committee
05/23/2025
Crossed Over
06/02/2025
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to add Title 7.85 (commencing with Section 67700) to, and to add and repeal Section 66513.5 of, the Government Code, and to amend Section 131102 of the Public Utilities Code, relating to transportation.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Transportation Revenue Measure District covering Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Francisco counties, with potential future inclusion of San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, to create a funding mechanism for regional transportation improvements. The bill would authorize a retail transactions and use tax of up to 0.5% to be placed on the November 3, 2026 ballot, with revenues to be allocated to key transit agencies like AC Transit, BART, Caltrain, and Muni for operations, as well as to county transportation authorities. The bill requires a comprehensive third-party financial efficiency review of these transit operators, mandating that they submit implementation plans describing cost-saving measures and maintain their existing funding levels. Additionally, transit operators must comply with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission's Regional Network Management framework policies aimed at improving transit ridership and customer experience. The legislation emphasizes the importance of creating a world-class, reliable, and efficient transportation network that reduces greenhouse gas emissions, enhances access to opportunities, and supports regional economic development. The bill includes provisions for independent oversight, financial transparency, and potential future adjustments to the tax rate and duration through stakeholder discussions.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

In Assembly. Read first time. Held at Desk. (on 06/03/2025)

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