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California legislature passes SB 344 and SB 958 to streamline Midway Rising redevelopment
The California legislature has passed SB 344 and SB 958, which now move to Governor Gavin Newsom for signature. These bills aim to expedite the Midway Rising project in San Diego by modifying how environmental quality laws apply to the redevelopment.
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The legislation changes the legal framework for the Midway Rising project, potentially accelerating construction timelines by limiting specific environmental legal challenges.
Key Facts
- The California legislature passed SB 344 and SB 958.
- The bills are currently awaiting action from Governor Gavin Newsom.
- The legislation is designed to streamline the Midway Rising redevelopment project in San Diego.
- The bills specifically address legal challenges related to environmental quality laws.
Who's Mentioned
personDoug Cohen“Peninsula Planning Board Member opposed to the project”organizationMidway Rising“Redevelopment project subject to the new legislation.”personAkilah Weber Pierson“State Senator who drafted the bills”personTodd Gloria“Mayor of San Diego who sponsored the bills”organizationLDI Research“Polling firm that surveyed San Diego voters”personGavin Newsom“Governor of California with authority to sign or veto the bills”organizationSave Our Access“Group challenging the project in court”locationSan Diego“Location of the Midway Rising project.”