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Prop 45 Could Rewrite CA’s Environmental Review | San Jose News
Proposition 45 is surging toward victory in California’s November ballot, with 73% of voters backing its sweeping changes to the Environmental Quality Act — including a one-year cap on environmental reviews for housing, roads, and energy projects — aimed at slashing delays and costs. While supporters tout it as a lifeline for affordability, critics fear it weakens environmental safeguards. A surprising twist? Voters overwhelmingly oppose data centers — even though they’re not directly affected — revealing deep skepticism about AI infrastructure. Backed by business and social justice groups…
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