California lawmakers have approved a $2.5 billion relief package to support the Los Angeles area in its recovery from deadly wildfires. The package includes funding for emergency response, rebuilding homes, and supporting schools. The aid comes as President Trump is set to visit California to assess the damage, although federal aid is expected to be contingent on conditions.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California will spend $2.5 billion to help the Los Angeles area recover from recent deadly wildfires under a relief package approved Thursday by state lawmakers.
The aid won approval a day before President Donald Trump is set to visit California for a look at damage from the blazes. He's suggested any federal wildfire relief should come with conditions, though congressional Republicans who represent the state have pushed back on that idea. Former President Joe Biden already approved some disaster aid for the region earlier this month.
He said in the future, Democrats should do a better job of working with Republicans on crafting legislation for fire response and prevention funding.The state Senate also approved $25 million Thursday to defend the state against legal challenges by the federal government, along with another $25 million in part for legal groups to defend immigrants facing possible deportation and other threats. The vote fell largely along party lines.
Newsom's administration said the state expects to be reimbursed by the federal government for the disaster relief funding.
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