Summary
President Donald Trump signed an order to speed up rebuilding homes destroyed by January 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles. This order aims to reduce the time it takes to get building permits by bypassing some state and local rules.
Key Facts
- President Trump signed an executive order to speed up home rebuilding after the January 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles.
- The order allows homeowners to avoid some state and local permit requirements.
- It lets builders "self-certify" compliance with health, safety, and building standards.
- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) are involved in creating new regulations.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom opposed the idea, saying federal permits can't replace local permits.
- Governor Newsom requested $33.9 billion in disaster aid from the federal government, which has not yet been approved.
