AB 252
Wildfire protection: Department of Forestry and Fire Protection: staffing.
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Bill overview
This bill, known as the Stop Laying Off Firefighters Act, requires the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) to reach and maintain full staffing levels throughout the year by January 1, 2028. It mandates a phased approach to increasing staffing, with milestones set for 2026 and 2027, and requires CAL FIRE to report annually on progress, impact, and costs. The bill also directs the Legislature to provide the necessary funding to implement these changes.
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