California lawmakers displayed unusual bipartisanship by advancing a $2.5 billion package dedicated to cleaning up and recovering from recent devastating wildfires near Los Angeles. Governor Gavin Newsom initially called for a special session to prepare against potential legal challenges from the Trump administration but later included wildfire funding. Proponents, including Assembly Budget Committee chair Jesse Gabriel, hope for immediate and swift recovery efforts, emphasizing collaboration across parties to support affected communities without letting political divides hinder assistance.
Gabriel emphasized that responding to the needs of communities affected by wildfires should transcend partisanship, highlighting the importance of collaborative recovery efforts.
The $2.5 billion allocated aims to accelerate recovery efforts for Los Angeles fire victims, providing crucial funds for emergency response and displaced residents.
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