1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

Today I take pen in hand to write and urge you to support California Assembly Bill 888, the California Safe Homes Act. This critical legislation would provide grants to low-and middle-income homeowners in high wildfire risk areas in order to fund vital mitigation efforts like clearing vegetation and installing fire-resistant roofing. As we’ve seen just in the past few years, increasingly destructive — and lengthy — wildfire seasons are threatening communities across the state. Investing in proactive measures to safeguard homes is crucial now, as the warming of our climate continues, and housing is threatened more than in the past. By making properties more fire-resistant, AB 888 can help prevent devastating losses and, over time, potentially increase insurance availability in at-risk regions as homes become less risky to insure. The financial assistance is primarily targeted to those who may struggle to afford such protective renovations on their own. While there are details to be worked out, approving this bill demonstrates a commitment to public safety and resilience against the growing wildfire threat. In the face of this escalating crisis, empowering homeowners with the resources to fireproof their properties is an investment in protecting both lives and property. I strongly encourage your support for AB 888 to enhance community wildfire preparedness and provide a lifeline to those living in the state's most vulnerable areas. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.