Bill > AB1530

This bill amends the California Disaster Assistance Act to expand and clarify provisions related to emergency services and disaster recovery. The bill introduces a new definition for "unmet needs" as immediate assistance to help individuals and community-based organizations quickly recover from a disaster. It requires the Director of Emergency Services to issue guidelines (instead of regulations) for administering the disaster assistance program, including specific project eligibility requirements and evaluation methods. The bill also modifies the Office of Emergency Services' model community recovery process to explicitly include measures for encouraging participation of private nonprofit organizations and clarifying how they may be eligible to receive state assistance for disaster relief activities. Additionally, the bill outlines eligibility criteria for private nonprofit organizations to receive state assistance during a proclaimed state of emergency, emphasizing that organizations cannot use religious content in providing emergency assistance and must comply with civil rights laws. The changes aim to provide more flexible and comprehensive support for communities and organizations in the aftermath of disasters, streamlining the process for identifying and addressing immediate recovery needs.

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