The majority of the state's school buildings were designed when triple-digit heat waves, wildfires and superstorms struck less frequently. A new bill will help upgrade schools so they can protect students' health.
The Legislature could force more fossil fuel companies to compensate people for cancer and other illnesses in neighborhoods next to wells in Los Angeles and beyond.In the absence of statewide leadership, some school districts are making their own plans. Earlier this year, the San Diego Unified School District passed ato phase out the use of fossil fuels.
To move forward, Senate Bill 394 must be passed by the Assembly and return to the Senate before the end of the legislative session Thursday, and then sent to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk. Just as critically, it needs to be funded. Currently, the Legislature has not budgeted the $10 million needed for the planning process. State leaders must make a plan to fund this program.
More dollars for school electrification could come next year, if Californians are able to vote on a bond that finances schools across the state. If the bond passes, it would provide billions for school infrastructure. But it is crucial that it aligns with the state’s climate goals so that we aren’t putting public dollars into outdated systems.
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