SR 74
- Session Year: 2015-2016
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2016-05-27
WHEREAS, The week of May 16 to 23, 2016, inclusive, is being observed at the state and national levels as Infrastructure Week; and
WHEREAS, Infrastructure Week represents the largest, most diverse, nonpartisan coalition of organizations representing Americas business, labor, and policymaking leadership from all sectors of America, the economy, and civil society dedicated to strengthening Americas competitiveness by building and rebuilding our infrastructure systems; and
WHEREAS, During the week, focused advocacy, media coverage, and other efforts around the country will tell the story of Americas infrastructure and its impact on our communities, economy, and quality of life; and
WHEREAS, Californias infrastructure also is aging and presents a public safety and quality of life issue for all residents; and
WHEREAS, Many of the bridges and highway roads in California were constructed more than 50 years ago and, according to The Road Information Program, driving on deficient roads costs California motorists a total of $44 billion annually in the form of additional vehicle operating costs, congestion-related delays, and traffic crashes; and
WHEREAS, It is not uncommon to have 100-year-old water mains running throughout towns, and the state estimates that Californias water distribution systems lose up to 228 billion gallons annually more than enough to supply the entire city of Los Angeles for a year; and
WHEREAS, The American Society of Civil Engineers gives Californias infrastructure an overall rating of C and calls for additional investments to maintain and continue to improve Californias infrastructure through 2020; and
WHEREAS, It is recognized that the success of California over the past 100 years can be traced to its highly advanced infrastructure system consisting of the interstate freeway network, bridges, State Water Project, electrical distribution grid, and wastewater treatment facilities; and
WHEREAS, According to studies such as a May 2014 report from Standard & Poors Ratings Services, every dollar invested in infrastructure generates nearly two dollars in economic output; and
WHEREAS, California leaders recognize the importance of investing in infrastructure now to avoid future problems; and
WHEREAS, Infrastructure Week challenges policymakers and the public to address head-on the challenges facing infrastructure in the United States, to move beyond short-term fixes and deferred maintenance, and to envision the innovative solutions, technologies, policies, and investments that will improve Americas infrastructure today and for the future; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, That the Senate hereby recognizes the week of May 16 to 23, 2016, inclusive, as Infrastructure Week in the State of California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, The week of May 16 through to 23, 2016, inclusive, is being observed at the state and national level levels as Infrastructure Week; and
WHEREAS, Infrastructure Week represents the largest, most diverse, nonpartisan coalition of organizations representing Americas business, labor, and policymaking leadership from all sectors of America, the economy, and civil society dedicated to strengthening Americas competitiveness by building and rebuilding our infrastructure systems; and
WHEREAS, During the week, focused advocacy, media coverage, and other efforts around the country will tell the story of Americas infrastructure and its impact on our communities, economy, and quality of life; and
WHEREAS, Californias infrastructure also is aging and presents a public safety and quality of life issue for all residents; and
WHEREAS, Many of the bridges and highway roads in California were constructed more than 50 years ago and, according to The Road Information Program, driving on deficient roads costs California motorists a total of $44 billion annually in the form of additional vehicle operating costs, congestion-related delays, and traffic crashes; and
WHEREAS, It is not uncommon to have 100-year-old water mains running throughout towns, and the state estimates that Californias water distribution systems lose up to 228 billion gallons annually more than enough to supply the entire city of Los Angeles for a year; and
WHEREAS, The American Society of Civil Engineers gives Californias infrastructure an overall rating of C and calls for additional investments to maintain and continue to improve Californias infrastructure through 2020; and
WHEREAS, It is recognized that the success of California over the past 100 years can be traced to its highly advanced infrastructure system consisting of the interstate freeway network, bridges, State Water Project, electrical distribution grid, and wastewater treatment facilities; and
WHEREAS, According to studies such as a May 2014 report from Standard & Poors Ratings Services, every dollar invested in infrastructure generates nearly two dollars in economic output; and
WHEREAS, California leaders recognize the importance of investing in infrastructure now to avoid future problems; and
WHEREAS, Infrastructure Week challenges policymakers and the public to address head-on the challenges facing infrastructure in the United States, to move beyond short-term fixes and deferred maintenance, and to envision the innovative solutions, technologies, policies, and investments that will improve Americas infrastructure today and for the future; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, That the Senate hereby recognizes the week of May 16 through to 23, 2016, inclusive, as Infrastructure Week in the State of California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, The week of May 16 through 23, 2016, inclusive, is being observed at the state and national level as Infrastructure Week; and
WHEREAS, Infrastructure Week represents the largest, most diverse, nonpartisan coalition of organizations representing Americas business, labor, and policymaking leadership from all sectors of America, the economy, and civil society dedicated to strengthening Americas competitiveness by building and rebuilding our infrastructure systems; and
WHEREAS, During the week, focused advocacy, media coverage, and other efforts around the country will tell the story of Americas infrastructure and its impact on our communities, economy, and quality of life; and
WHEREAS, Californias infrastructure also is aging and presents a public safety and quality of life issue for all residents; and
WHEREAS, Many of the bridges and highway roads in California were constructed more than 50 years ago and, according to The Road Information Program, driving on deficient roads costs California motorists a total of $44 billion annually in the form of additional vehicle operating costs, congestion-related delays, and traffic crashes; and
WHEREAS, It is not uncommon to have 100-year-old water mains running throughout towns, and the state estimates that Californias water distribution systems lose up to 228 billion gallons annually more than enough to supply the entire city of Los Angeles for a year; and
WHEREAS, The American Society of Civil Engineers gives Californias infrastructure an overall rating of C and calls for additional investments to maintain and continue to improve Californias infrastructure through 2020; and
WHEREAS, It is recognized that the success of California over the past 100 years can be traced to its highly advanced infrastructure system consisting of the interstate freeway network, bridges, State Water Project, electrical distribution grid, and wastewater treatment facilities; and
WHEREAS, According to studies such as a May 2014 report from Standard & Poors Ratings Services, every dollar invested in infrastructure generates nearly two dollars in economic output; and
WHEREAS, California leaders recognize the importance of investing in infrastructure now to avoid future problems; and
WHEREAS, Infrastructure Week challenges policymakers and the public to address head-on the challenges facing infrastructure in the United States, to move beyond short-term fixes and deferred maintenance, and to envision the innovative solutions, technologies, policies, and investments that will improve Americas infrastructure today and for the future; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, That the Senate hereby recognizes the week of May 16 through 23, 2016, inclusive, as Infrastructure Week in the State of California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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Date
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Status
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| May 2, 2016 | Introduced. Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| May 12, 2016 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| May 18, 2016 | (Corrected May 19). |
| May 18, 2016 | Ordered to second reading. |
| May 18, 2016 | Read third time and amended. |
| May 19, 2016 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |
| May 26, 2016 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 37. Noes 0. Page 3960.) |
| May 26, 2016 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 37. Noes 0.) |
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Date
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Description
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Location
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Votes
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| May 26, 2016 | Senate 3rd Reading SR74 Beall | Senate Floor |
Passed |
This list shows positions taken on this bill by organizations on the date displayed, which is linked to the original source.
Positions by individuals are not included.
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Position
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| American Society of Civil Engineers - Region 9 | ** Support | May 26, 2016 |
Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | SR 74 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: SR 74
Amended: 5/18/16
DIGEST:
This resolution recognizes the week of May 16 to 23, 2016, inclusive, as Infrastructure Week in the State of California.
Senate Floor Amendments of 5/18/16 make technical, non-substantive changes to the resolution and add coauthors.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- The week of May 16 to 23, 2016, inclusive, is being observed at the state and national levels as Infrastructure Week.
- Infrastructure Week represents the largest, most diverse, nonpartisan coalition of organizations representing America’s business, labor, and policymaking leadership from all sectors of America, the economy, and civil society dedicated to strengthening America’s competitiveness by building and rebuilding our infrastructure systems.
- It is recognized that the success of California over the past 100 years can be traced to its highly advanced infrastructure system consisting of the interstate freeway network, bridges, State Water Project, electrical distribution grid, and wastewater treatment facilities.
- California’s infrastructure also is aging and presents a public safety and quality of life issue for all residents.
- The American Society of Civil Engineers gives California’s infrastructure an overall rating of “C” and calls for additional investments to maintain and continue to improve California’s infrastructure through 2020.
- Infrastructure Week challenges policymakers and the public to address head-on the challenges facing infrastructure in the United States, to move beyond short-term fixes and deferred maintenance, and to envision the innovative solutions, technologies, policies, and investments that will improve America’s infrastructure today and for the future.
This resolution recognizes the week of May 16 to 23, 2016, inclusive, as Infrastructure Week in the State of California.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
American Society of Civil Engineers – Region 9
OPPOSITION: (Verified 5/11/16)
None received
Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520
5/20/16 12:06:55
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Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | SR 74 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: SR 74
Introduced: 5/2/16
DIGEST:
This resolution recognizes the week of May 16 through 23, 2016, inclusive, as Infrastructure Week in the State of California.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- The week of May 16 through 23, 2016, inclusive, is being observed at the state and national level as Infrastructure Week.
- Infrastructure Week represents the largest, most diverse, nonpartisan coalition of organizations representing America’s business, labor, and policymaking leadership from all sectors of America, the economy, and civil society dedicated to strengthening America’s competitiveness by building and rebuilding our infrastructure systems.
- It is recognized that the success of California over the past 100 years can be traced to its highly advanced infrastructure system consisting of the interstate freeway network, bridges, State Water Project, electrical distribution grid, and wastewater treatment facilities.
- California’s infrastructure also is aging and presents a public safety and quality of life issue for all residents.
- The American Society of Civil Engineers gives California’s infrastructure an overall rating of “C” and calls for additional investments to maintain and continue to improve California’s infrastructure through 2020.
- Infrastructure Week challenges policymakers and the public to address head-on the challenges facing infrastructure in the United States, to move beyond short-term fixes and deferred maintenance, and to envision the innovative solutions, technologies, policies, and investments that will improve America’s infrastructure today and for the future.
This resolution recognizes the week of May 16 through 23, 2016, inclusive, as Infrastructure Week in the State of California.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
American Society of Civil Engineers – Region 9
OPPOSITION: (Verified 5/11/16)
None received
Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520
5/17/16 9:57:51
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Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | SR 74 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: SR 74
Introduced: 5/2/16
DIGEST:
This resolution recognizes the week of May 16 through 23, 2016, inclusive, as Infrastructure Week in the State of California.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- The week of May 16 through 23, 2016, inclusive, is being observed at the state and national level as Infrastructure Week.
- Infrastructure Week represents the largest, most diverse, nonpartisan coalition of organizations representing America’s business, labor, and policymaking leadership from all sectors of America, the economy, and civil society dedicated to strengthening America’s competitiveness by building and rebuilding our infrastructure systems.
- It is recognized that the success of California over the past 100 years can be traced to its highly advanced infrastructure system consisting of the interstate freeway network, bridges, State Water Project, electrical distribution grid, and wastewater treatment facilities.
- California’s infrastructure also is aging and presents a public safety and quality of life issue for all residents.
- The American Society of Civil Engineers gives California’s infrastructure an overall rating of “C” and calls for additional investments to maintain and continue to improve California’s infrastructure through 2020.
- Infrastructure Week challenges policymakers and the public to address head-on the challenges facing infrastructure in the United States, to move beyond short-term fixes and deferred maintenance, and to envision the innovative solutions, technologies, policies, and investments that will improve America’s infrastructure today and for the future.
This resolution recognizes the week of May 16 through 23, 2016, inclusive, as Infrastructure Week in the State of California.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
None received
OPPOSITION: (Verified 5/11/16)
None received
Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520
5/13/16 11:54:27
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