Pending Legislation
Senate Bill 935: Local Agency Design-Build Projects Authorization
Introduced: Senator Steven Choi (R-37)
Summary: The bill removes the January 1, 2031, sunset date for provisions authorizing local agencies to use design-build procurement processes for public works projects exceeding $1,000,000.
Design-Build Impact: This bill allows for current provisions authorizing local agencies to use design-build procurement processes for public works projects exceeding $1,000,000 to continue indefinitely beyond the current 2031 sunset. This allows local agencies to continue to have the ability to commission large scale public works projects that are design-build in nature beyond the next five years.
Last Action: January 29, 2026: The bill has been introduced within the SENATE.
Status: Introduced
DBIA Position: Support
DBIA Priority Level: High
Senate Bill 879: Budget Act of 2026
Introduced: Senator John Laird (D-17)
Summary: Makes appropriations for the support of state government for the 2026-27 fiscal year.
Design-Build Impact: This proposed budget includes stipulations for new projects, including those that are design-build in nature.
Last Action: January 9, 2026: The bill has been introduced within the SENATE.
Status: In Committee
DBIA Position: Neutral
DBIA Priority Level: Medium
Assembly Bill 1563: Budget Act of 2026
Introduced: Assemblyman Jesse Gabriel (D-46)
Summary: Makes appropriations for the support of state government for the 2026-27 fiscal year.
Design-Build Impact: This proposed budget includes stipulations for new projects, including those that are design-build in nature.
Last Action: January 9, 2026: The bill has been introduced within the HOUSE.
Status: In Committee
DBIA Position: Neutral
DBIA Priority Level: Medium