With New Laws In Place, Lawmakers Look At Solutions For Housing Shortage

For the past few years, the California legislature has passed a bevy of laws aimed at cutting red tape and spurring housing construction. Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, who represents the 14th district, has been at the forefront of that work. But, it’s still really expensive to build. This year, she is chairing the newly established Select Committee on Housing and Construction Innovation. Guest: Buffy Wicks, CA Assemblymember, 14th District Immigration arrests in San Diego surged nearly 1500% in 2025. And many of the people who’ve been arrested have no history of criminal convictions. Reporter: Wendy Fry, CalMatters California lawmakers want to set new standards for cleaning homes after toxic fires. Reporter: David Wagner, LAist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices