Three new bills aimed at enhancing fire mitigation efforts and reducing fire risks signed by Governor Newsom

SACRAMENTO, Calif. - California has taken a significant step forward in wildfire safety with the signing of three key bills by Governor Gavin Newsom.

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara on Friday announced these new laws, which focus on wildfire mitigation efforts, reducing risks, and encouraging insurers to return to the market.

The new laws aim to provide financial assistance for wildfire safety, enhance insurance discounts, and create the nation's first public wildfire model for community planning and education.

“Investing in mitigation is essential to tackling the insurance crisis. We are not powerless in this fight. With these new laws, we can equip consumers with the resources needed for necessary work while putting money in their pockets,” said Lara. “We have traveled