SB254 Call for Contributions

The following are replies to questions submitted to SB254Questions@calquake.com in connection with the stakeholder contribution process.

QUESTION: Should this be presented in outline/bulleted format just listing the “topics noted by the Legislature for evaluation” and the proposed solutions? 

ANSWER: Abstract Format: You are welcome to present your abstract in either outline/bulleted format or brief narrative form. The key objective is to clearly convey the topics you intend to address—especially those noted for Legislature evaluation—and the general direction of your proposed solutions. A concise, well-organized format is encouraged.

QUESTION: Is the expectation that the abstract will be a single page and the full proposal due on 12/12 would adhere to the 1,500 limit? 

ANSWER:

  • Abstract Length: While there is no strict page limit for abstracts, the abstract should serve as a high-level preview of your full proposal focusing on the areas you intend to address.
  • Full Proposal Guidelines: The final submission due by Friday, December 12, 2025, will ideally adhere to the 1,500-word limit if possible while adequately covering the topics. This helps ensure that contributions can be effectively reviewed and included.

QUESTION: Is it possible to do a presentation to the California Catastrophe Response Council (CCRC)?

ANSWER: Typically, the CCRC meets three or four times a year. Future meeting dates will be noticed on the Fund’s website: https://www.cawildfirefund.com/. You are welcome to attend those public meetings virtually or in person and may provide public comment at that time. Please note that public comments are generally limited to three minutes.

As directed by SB 254 (2025), the California Earthquake Authority (CEA), in its role as Administrator of the California Wildfire Fund, is responsible for preparing and delivering a report (Study) that includes findings and recommendations. The CCRC serves as the oversight body for this work but does not approve individual submissions.

QUESTION: Will CEA accept full submissions for consideration on or before December 12, 2025, even if an abstract was not submitted before the November 3, 2025, deadline?

ANSWER: Yes, the California Earthquake Authority (CEA) will accept full submissions for consideration on or before December 12, 2025, even if an abstract was not submitted by the November 3, 2025, deadline.

QUESTION: After submitting an abstract, is approval required before submitting the full paper, or should the full submission be made by December 12, 2025, deadline regardless?

ANSWER: Submitters may proceed with the full submission—no additional approval is required. The full submission should be received by the deadline of December 12, 2025.