AB841

As introduced, Havice. Pedestrian safety. This bill would establish a 17-member California Pedestrian Access and Safety Commission for the purpose of reviewing and improving pedestrian sidewalks and street crossing infrastructure throughout the state and ensuring that the pedestrian infrastructure is accessible and safe for all who use the public rights-of-way. The bill would provide for gubernatorial appointment of 11 of the members and would require the remaining 6 members to be representative of specified state agencies and organizations. The bill would authorize the commission to employ an executive director and staff, as specified and appoint advisory panels regarding pedestrian access and safety.

Status: Assembly Transportation. For hearing April 16; Two year bill.
Position: Support