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AB 946CALIFORNIASession 20252026
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California AB 946 directs state agencies to prioritize urban nature-based projects in conservation funding

Original title: Natural resources: equitable outdoor access: 30x30 goal: urban nature-based projects.

August 13, 2026

30x30 goalNatural ResourcesEquitable Outdoor AccessUrban Nature-Based ProjectsEnvironmental Policy30x30goalNaturalresourcesequitableoutdooraccessurbannature-basedprojects

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The Frame

What this does

This bill changes how state conservation funds are allocated by requiring agencies to account for the higher costs and specific health needs of urban areas, potentially increasing access to green space for residents in historically underserved neighborhoods.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Historically underserved urban communities

These communities are prioritized for increased investment in nature-based projects and green space development.

State funding agencies

These agencies must adjust their grant criteria to allow urban nature-based projects on degraded lands to compete for funding.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Background

  • Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-82-20 in 2020, which established the 30x30 conservation goal for California. context

Summary

AB 946 requires state agencies to prioritize investments in historically underserved urban communities when distributing funds for the state's '30x30' conservation goal and the 'Outdoors for All' initiative. The bill mandates that state funding agencies make urban on eligible and competitive for state grants.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This bill changes how state conservation funds are allocated by requiring agencies to account for the higher costs and specific health needs of urban areas, potentially increasing access to green space for residents in historically underserved neighborhoods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 30x30 goal?
It is the state's goal to conserve at least 30% of California's lands and coastal waters by 2030.
How does this bill change funding for parks?
It requires state agencies to make urban on eligible and competitive for state funds, specifically prioritizing historically underserved communities.

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Connected Entities

organizationDepartment of Toxic Substances Control“Regulatory agency encouraged to work with communities on restoring degraded land”Map →
organizationNatural Resources Agency“State agency directed to combat biodiversity and climate crises”Map →
organizationWildlife Conservation Board“State funding agency required to allow eligibility for urban nature-based projec”Map →
organizationCalifornia Biodiversity Collaborative“Established by Executive Order to support conservation goals”Map →
personGavin Newsom“Governor of California who issued Executive Order No. N-82-20”Map →

Sources

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openstates.org

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