Natural resources: equitable outdoor access: 30x30 goal: urban nature-based projects.

California AB946 aims to promote equitable access to outdoor spaces by supporting urban nature-based projects. The bill is part of a broader initiative to achieve the '30x30' goal, which seeks to protect 30% of California's lands and waters by 2030. It emphasizes the importance of making natural resources accessible to all communities, especially those in urban areas.

Supporters of AB946 argue that this bill is a significant step towards ensuring that all Californians, regardless of their background, have equal access to nature and outdoor activities. They believe it will enhance community well-being, promote environmental justice, and contribute to the state's conservation goals.

Critics of AB946 may contend that the bill could divert funding and resources away from rural areas that also need support for natural resource management. They might express concerns about the feasibility of implementing urban nature-based projects and question whether the focus on urban areas adequately addresses the needs of all Californians.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.