The California Assembly unanimously passed AB 2700, a bill requiring the CPUC to assess compensation shortfalls for victims of utility-caused wildfires before July 2019. - The bill aims to ensure victims are fully and fairly compensated without shifting costs to ratepayers.
- It was introduced by Assembly member James Gallagher, whose district includes Paradise, site of the 2018 Camp Fire. - Supporters include wildfire victim advocacy groups and law firms involved in litigation against PG&E.
- The legislation now moves to the state Senate for further consideration. The bill is part of broader efforts to address California's wildfire crises, including prevention, recovery, and insurance.