Assembly District 30 spans more than 200 miles of California coastline, including communities across Santa Cruz, Monterey and San Luis Obispo counties. This region is home to some of California's most iconic beaches, marine ecosystems, and wildlife habitats that are recognized around the world for their natural beauty and biodiversity.
In the State Legislature, Assemblymember Dawn Addis is advancing policies that strengthen coastal conservation, safeguard wildlife, and invest in environmental resilience.
Explore Assemblymember Addis' latest bills that have advanced through the State Legislature.
Protecting Oceans and Coastal Resources
AB 1744 – Reef-Safe in Truth Marketing Act
Ensures sunscreen products labeled "reef-safe" meet clear standards so consumers can make informed choices that help protect coral reefs and marine ecosystems.
AB 1536 – Save Our Shores Act
Strengthens protections for California's coastline by supporting efforts to reduce pollution and safeguard fragile coastal and marine ecosystems.
AB 2197 – Protect Our Coast and Oceans Act
Extends California's coastal conservation tax contribution fund, allowing taxpayers to voluntarily support coastal protection, restoration, and environmental education programs.
Protecting Wildlife and Biodiversity
ACR 103 – California Western Monarch Protection Week
Designates a statewide week to raise awareness about the decline of western monarch butterflies and encourage conservation of their overwintering habitats.
AB 2254 – Monarch Butterfly Conservation
Introduces legislation to strengthen protections for monarch butterflies and the habitats they depend on during migration and overwintering.
Environmental Health and Community Safety
AB 405 - Fashion Environmental Accountability Act
Requires large fashion companies to disclose environmental impacts and harmful chemicals used in clothing production to increase transparency and accountability in the fashion industry.
AB 1288 – Environmental Health Workforce
Supports the environmental health specialists who monitor air, water, and soil safety to help communities respond to environmental hazards and disasters.
Local Environmental Authority
AB 3233 – Local Environmental Choice and Safety Act
Clarifies that local governments may regulate, limit, or prohibit oil and gas operations within their jurisdictions to protect community health and environmental resources.
AB 303 – Battery Energy Safety & Accountability Act
Introduced to improve safety standards and restore local oversight for energy storage facilities by establishing a local permitting process and creating environmental setback requirements for sensitive areas, including schools, hospitals and sensitive wildlife habitats.
Investing in the Central Coast's Environment and Communities
$45.84 million secured for environmental protection and climate resilience projects
Assemblymember Dawn Addis has worked to advocate for state budget investments in the Central Coast, supporting projects that protect natural resources, strengthen coastal resilience, and preserve the landscapes that define the region.
$40 million - Wild Cherry Canyon Preservation
Assemblymember Dawn Addis helped secure $40 million in state funding to preserve the 2,400-acre Wild Cherry Canyon property near Diablo Canyon along the San Luis Obispo coastline. This investment will protect one of the largest remaining coastal open spaces in the region while conserving wildlife habitat, scenic landscapes, and important ecological resources.
Once acquired, the land will be managed for conservation and public access, with the potential to expand recreation opportunities such as hiking and trail connections to nearby parks and the California Coastal Trail. Preserving Wild Cherry Canyon also supports local tourism, outdoor recreation, and the Central Coast's identity as a region defined by its natural beauty and protected open space.
$3.6 million - Ocean Protection Council Coastal Protection Programs
Assemblymember Dawn Addis helped secure $3.6 million in state funding for coastal protection programs through the Ocean Protection Council. These investments support projects that protect California’s coastline from erosion, sea level rise, and climate impacts while strengthening natural coastal ecosystems.
Funding will support science-based planning and restoration efforts that help safeguard coastal communities, wildlife habitat, and the beaches that are central to the Central Coast’s environment and economy.
$1 million - Elkhorn Slough Sea Level Rise Resiliency
Assemblymember Dawn Addis helped secure $1 million in state funding to support sea level rise resilience efforts at Elkhorn Slough, one of California’s most important coastal wetlands. The funding will help protect critical habitat while strengthening the region’s ability to adapt to rising sea levels and changing coastal conditions.
Protecting Elkhorn Slough helps preserve biodiversity, support scientific research, and maintain one of the Central Coast’s most valuable ecosystems for wildlife and environmental education.
$1.24 million - Arroyo Grande Creek Levee Improvements
Assemblymember Dawn Addis helped secure $1.24 million in state funding for improvements to the Arroyo Grande Creek levee system. These upgrades will help reduce flood risks for nearby neighborhoods while protecting local infrastructure and natural waterways.
Strengthening flood protection infrastructure helps communities better prepare for extreme weather while supporting the long-term health of local watersheds and coastal environments.