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This bill requires the California Department of Transportation to enhance its approach to understanding and addressing climate change impacts on transportation infrastructure by developing more comprehensive community resilience assessments. Specifically, the bill mandates that by January 1, 2029, the department will identify key community resilience indicators to measure the impacts of climate-induced transportation disruptions, with a requirement to consult stakeholders from priority populations, such as disadvantaged communities, tribal lands, and areas with environmental justice concerns. By January 1, 2030, the department must expand its Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment reports to include an evaluation of broader social and economic impacts on communities, particularly those most vulnerable to climate risks. The assessment must analyze how transportation infrastructure disruptions caused by extreme events like heat, fires, floods, and sea-level rise affect access to essential services, emergency evacuations, and critical infrastructure. The bill emphasizes the importance of considering community needs beyond physical infrastructure protection, focusing on identifying high-risk locations, coordinating with local jurisdictions, and developing strategies that prioritize the accessibility and safety of populations most at risk during climate-related events.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

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