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SB 1135

California Wildlife Coexistence Act.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Catherine Blakespear and 1 co-sponsor

California introduces bill establishing human-wildlife coexistence framework to balance development and species conservation, currently under committee review.

From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 8. Noes 2.) (June 30). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
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Bill Summary · SB 1135

Legislative bill overview

SB 1135 is a recently introduced California bill focused on human and wildlife coexistence. The bill was introduced on February 17, 2026, and is currently in the Rules Committee awaiting assignment to substantive committees. Without access to the bill's specific text or detailed provisions, the exact mechanisms and scope of the coexistence framework cannot be determined at this early legislative stage.

Why is this important

California faces ongoing conflicts between expanding human development and wildlife habitat, affecting both species conservation and public safety. Legislation addressing coexistence could influence how the state manages land use, wildlife corridors, property rights, and animal management practices across urban, suburban, and rural areas.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory burden on property owners: Requirements for wildlife-friendly practices or habitat preservation could face opposition from landowners, agricultural interests, and developers concerned about compliance costs and land-use restrictions
  • Urban wildlife management approaches: Disagreement likely over whether the bill emphasizes wildlife relocation, habitat modification, or lethal control of problem animals in populated areas
  • Funding and implementation costs: Questions about whether the state or individual municipalities bear financial responsibility for coexistence programs and habitat restoration efforts

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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