(July 21, 2010) California Chamber of Commerce-supported job creator legislation that increases construction jobs passed the Assembly Judiciary Committee on June 29.

SB 1192 (Oropeza; D-Long Beach) provides a funding source for construction to improve infrastructure at California airports and creates a better travel environment for state business and tourism.

SB 1192 will help finance consolidated rental car outlets at Los Angeles International Airport, Bob Hope Airport (Burbank), Fresno Yosemite International Airport and San Diego International Airport.

By allowing airport operators the authority to access increased Consumer Facility Charges, SB 1192 will alleviate traffic congestion, saving travelers valuable time and reducing air pollution.

In addition, car rental agencies will be able to take advantage of common-use transportation systems and benefit from increased access provided to potential customers.

Key Vote

SB 1192 passed the Assembly Judiciary Committee on a vote of 7-2:

Ayes: Feuer (D-Los Angeles), Brownley (D-Santa Monica), Evans (D-Santa Rosa), Huffman (D-San Rafael), Jones (D-Sacramento), Monning (D-Carmel), Saldaña (D-San Diego).

Noes: Tran (R-Garden Grove), Hagman (R-Chino Hills).

Absent/abstaining/not voting: Knight (R-Antelope Valley).

Staff Contact: Marc Burgat