Bo Tefu
“Marshall Plan”: Gov. Newsom Issues Executive Order to Streamline Rebuilding After Fires
“When the fires are extinguished, victims must be able to rebuild quickly and without roadblocks. The executive order will cut permitting delays and help our communities recover faster and stronger,” said Newsom. “We are organizing a Marshall Plan to help Los Angeles rebuild faster and stronger, and we have your back,” Newsom also said last week.
By Bo Tefu, California Black Media
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order to expedite the rebuilding process for homes and businesses destroyed by recent Southern California wildfires. The order temporarily waives certain environmental review and permitting requirements, including provisions under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the California Coastal Act, to help victims rebuild more quickly and avoid bureaucratic delays.
“When the fires are extinguished, victims must be able to rebuild quickly and without roadblocks. The executive order will cut permitting delays and help our communities recover faster and stronger,” said Newsom.
“We are organizing a Marshall Plan to help Los Angeles rebuild faster and stronger, and we have your back,” Newsom also said last week.
The executive order also directs state agencies to identify additional ways to streamline the rebuilding process, including possible changes to the Building Code to make reconstruction more affordable.
Maria S. Salinas, President and CEO of the L.A. Area Chamber expressed her support for the Governor’s action.
“Governor Newsom’s swift action will accelerate recovery efforts across Los Angeles County. Suspending regulatory hurdles will help families and businesses rebuild their lives sooner,” said Salinas.
“This proactive measure reflects the Governor’s commitment to not only rebuilding infrastructure but also restoring hope and opportunity to those who have been impacted,” she added.
In addition to the reconstruction measures, the order extends price gouging protections on essential goods and services related to rebuilding, including construction materials, storage, and other supplies, through January 7, 2026, in Los Angeles County.
Newsom’s administration says it has committed to collaborating with the Legislature to identify additional statutory changes that can further expedite rebuilding while enhancing resilience and safety against future wildfires. The order reflects the state’s commitment to swift and effective recovery for communities impacted by the fires.
