California

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