Event Brief
Santa Monica coastal bill exemption draws criticism
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
Summary: Gov. Gavin Newsom is backing a bill that would exempt a donor-developer from normal project review for a coastal development in Santa Monica. The proposal would allow the project to bypass standard scrutiny tied to coastal protection and public access rules.
WHO: Gov. Gavin Newsom; a donor-developer (unnamed)
WHAT: A proposed law seeking an exemption from normal project review for a coastal development in Santa Monica
WHEN: Aug 28, 2026 at 3:27 PM ET
WHERE: Santa Monica, CA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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