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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

California governor signs bills to aid Los Angeles wildfire recovery and reform disaster response

California Wildfire Recovery - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a package of bills to help the ongoing recovery and rebuilding of the communities in the Los Angeles area impacted by two deadly wildfires earlier this year, his office announced Friday.

The bills, signed this week, streamline the process for rebuilding homes lost to wildfires, including an accelerated permitting process, and allow residents to live in temporary structures on their properties while they rebuild permanent homes. They also provide property tax relief for wildfire survivors.

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