California Voters Reject Measure to Fast-Track Project ReviewsVoters Preserve California’s Environmental Review ProtectionsCalifornia Rejects a Chance to Cut Building Delays
On November 7, California voters rejected Proposition 45, which would have shortened environmental reviews and court challenges for certain projects. The measure’s defeat leaves the state’s environmental review law in place.California voters rejected Proposition 45 on November 7, turning back a proposal to speed reviews and limit court challenges for major projects. Environmental and labor groups said the measure threatened public input and protections for air, water and health.Voters rejected Proposition 45 on November 7, leaving California’s environmental review rules unchanged. The measure’s supporters said faster reviews could lower costs and speed housing and infrastructure projects.