Caltrans must list wildlife crossing projects and add wildlife to highway plans
Caltrans must publish a list of wildlife connectivity improvements with each revision of its highway asset plan and make wildlife connectivity an objective in its highway management plan. Its inventory of crossing needs must be based on priority routes picked by the state wildlife department.
Who it affects
Caltrans and the state Department of Fish and Wildlife
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California SB 1250: State highway system: wildlife connectivity.
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