United States

Governor Newsom Extends Wildfire Safety Provision

Governor Newsom of California has extended a key provision of an emergency proclamation, allowing wildfire safety projects to qualify for a fast-track forest management program through May 1, 2026. This extension aims to expedite fuels reduction and fire prevention projects, with over 200 projects already approved statewide.

Executive Order N-38-25: LA Fire Survivors and Business Support

Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-38-25 to extend price gouging protections for Los Angeles fire survivors and suspend certain lease and concession contract limitations for businesses impacted by the Palisades Fire. The order aims to expedite rebuilding and support local economic recovery.

California Executive Order for Imperial County Recovery

Governor Newsom signed an Executive Order to provide financial support to Imperial County for recovery efforts following the August 2025 Monsoon Storms. The order authorizes Cal OES to provide assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act for validated disaster-related damages and costs.

Executive Order Establishing FAFSA Completion Campaign

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has issued Executive Order 25-08 establishing the Washington Completes FAFSA Campaign. The campaign, led by the Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC), aims to increase the number of high school students completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to improve access to financial aid for postsecondary education and training.

Executive Order on Tribal Relations Foundation

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson issued Executive Order 25-10, establishing a new foundation for government-to-government relations between the state and sovereign Tribal Nations. The order directs all cabinet agencies to proactively engage with tribes, consult early and often on policies impacting them, and incorporate tribal input into decision-making processes.

Executive Order Accelerating Clean Energy Projects

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson issued Executive Order 25-11 to accelerate clean energy projects in response to federal changes impacting tax credits. The order establishes a Joint Clean Energy Acceleration Team to streamline development and ensure projects align with state climate goals and tribal interests.

Washington State Housing Task Force Established

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has established an Executive Order creating a Task Force on the establishment of a Department of Housing. The Task Force will consist of nineteen members and is tasked with planning structural changes to state government to address the housing crisis. A report is due by November 15, 2026.

State AGs Oppose HUD Fair Housing Act Rollback

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, joined by 23 other state attorneys general, submitted a comment letter to HUD opposing a proposed rollback of Fair Housing Act regulations. The coalition argues that removing liability for discriminatory effects would weaken enforcement and harm marginalized groups.

California AG Blocks Federal Withholding of Education Funding

California Attorney General Rob Bonta secured a temporary restraining order blocking the U.S. Department of Education from withholding $4.9 billion in federal education funding from California. The order prevents the U.S. ED from enforcing demands related to FERPA compliance concerning gender identity education records.

AG Bonta Secures Emergency Order Protecting Public Health Funding

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with other state AGs, secured a temporary restraining order blocking the Trump Administration from terminating over $600 million in CDC grants for 14 days. The funding cuts targeted four Democratic-led states and were alleged to be politically motivated.