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This bill amends the Budget Act of 2024 to provide additional financial flexibility and emergency response funding, primarily focused on wildfire disaster response. Specifically, it allows the Director of Finance to augment appropriations for state departments by up to $1.5 billion, with the first $1 billion able to be implemented immediately. The funding is designated for emergency purposes related to wildfire states of emergency declared in January 2025, including activities like emergency protective measures, evacuations, sheltering survivors, hazardous waste removal, post-fire hazard assessments, and other actions to protect public health and safety. The bill also updates a list of related budget-related bills and maintains the Governor's existing emergency powers. Additionally, the bill includes a comprehensive index of control sections that outline various budgetary guidelines, restrictions, and administrative procedures. The legislation is designed to be a budget bill that takes effect immediately, providing rapid financial resources for California's emergency response and recovery efforts.

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