Governor Newsom Signs Landmark $536 Million Wildfire Package

Governor Gavin Newsom yesterday signed a $536 million wildfire package enabling the state to take urgent action on projects that support wildfire suppression, improve forest health and build resilience in communities to help protect residents and property from catastrophic wildfires in diverse landscapes across the state. At the bill signing, Senate President pro Tempore acknowledged Mike McGuire among other state senators for their dedication to the legislation. The Assembly Speaker thanked Assemblymembers Jim Wood, and Cecilia Aguiar-Curry for their hard work on the issue.