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Californians approved $1.5 billion for wildfire prevention. How will the state spend it?

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In summary The governor has proposed spending climate bond money dedicated to wildfire mitigation in various ways. Some lawmakers think a focused strategy would be more effective. Go broad or go deep? That’s one of the big questions state lawmakers are debating as they grapple with how to most effectively use $1.5 billion that voters […]

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Californians approved $1.5 billion for wildfire prevention. How will the state spend it?

4 days ago·Sacramento, United States

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