Emergency services: mutual aid: public works.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends California law to expand the state’s mutual aid system to include public works resources during emergencies. It requires the Office of Emergency Services to create a Public Works Emergency Mutual Aid Plan, ensuring that public works personnel, equipment, and materials are readily available when needed. The bill also clarifies that aid rendered during emergencies, including public works assistance, must align with approved emergency plans.
Key provisions
- Requires the Office of Emergency Services to develop a Public Works Emergency Mutual Aid Plan.
- Expands mutual aid to include public works personnel, equipment, and materials.
- Mandates that outside aid during emergencies includes public works resources.
- Requires adherence to approved emergency plans for aid rendering.
- Addresses state reimbursement for costs associated with state-mandated local programs.
Who is affected
- State Government
- Local Public Works Agencies
- Emergency Services Personnel
- Cities and Counties
- State Disaster Council
Notable changes
- Adds public works resources to the scope of mutual aid agreements.
- Requires the creation of a dedicated Public Works Emergency Mutual Aid Plan.
- Clarifies the inclusion of public works resources within emergency aid provisions.
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