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This memorandum serves as a replacement for the Spring 2026 Intergovernmental Relations Report, updating the City Council on legislative priorities and actions. It eliminates a previous recommendation regarding Assembly Bill 2252 and provides a summary of the City’s advocacy efforts related to federal and state legislation. The report includes updates on various legislative priorities, including affordable housing, community safety, and infrastructure funding. It also outlines recommendations for the City Council to reaffirm existing positions on federal and state legislation.
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The memorandum updates the City Council on legislative priorities and advocacy efforts.
It eliminates the recommendation to adopt a 'support in concept' position for Assembly Bill 2252.
The report includes recommendations to accept the Spring Intergovernmental Relations Report and reaffirm existing positions on federal and state legislation.
The City is actively engaging with federal and state delegations on various legislative issues, including housing, community safety, and infrastructure.
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The document does not provide specific details on the recommendations (a), (b), and (c).
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COUNCIL AGENDA: FILE: ITEM: TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Spring 2026 Intergovernmental Relations Report Approved 4/28/26 26-469 3.4 FROM: Emily Lam DATE: April 22, 2026 Date: 4/24/2026 COUNCIL DISTRICT: Citywide REASON FOR REPLACEMENT This replacement memorandum eliminates recommendation (d) to adopt a “support in concept” position for Assembly Bill (AB) 2252 (Lee and Wicks). This memorandum also serves as an update on AB 2252, as it was held at the April 22, 2026 Housing and Community Development Committee and likely will not move forward in the current legislative session. The October 24, 2025 City Council memorandum provides sufficient direction for the City’s future advocacy actions. RECOMMENDATION (a) (b) (c) Accept the 2026 Spring Intergovernmental Relations Report. Reaffirm all City positions summarized in the 2025-2026 Intergovernmental Relations Priority Federal Legislation Log. Reaffirm all City positions summarized in the 2025-2026 Intergovernmental Relations Priority State Legislation Log. SUMMARY AND OUTCOME The Spring Intergovernmental Relations Report provides an update on the City’s top legislative priorities and outlines legislative positions...
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The document appears to be a draft of the 2025-2026 Intergovernmental Relations Priority Federal Legislation Log, detailing various bills from the 119th Congress. Each entry includes the bill number, title, sponsor, and a brief summary of the bill's purpose and status. The bills cover a range of topics including housing, disaster relief, child care, and environmental issues.
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The log includes multiple bills from the 119th Congress.
Each bill entry contains the bill number, title, sponsor, and a summary.
Topics addressed include housing, child care, disaster relief, and environmental legislation.
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Attachment A - 2025-2026 Intergovernmental Relations Priority Federal Legislation Log Congress Bill Number Bill Title Bill Sponsor 119th H.R. 27 HALT Fentanyl Act Representative Griffith 119th H.R. 278 BROADBAND Leadership Act Representative Griffith Combating Illicit Xylazine Act Representative Panetta Passed House Support Introduced Monitor Representative Panetta S. 453 H.R. 1923 Modernizing Wildfire Safety and Prevention Act of 2025 Representative Harder More Homes on the Market Act Representative Panetta Would amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the exclusion of gain from the sale of a principal residence. Introduced Monitor Representative Bonamici Would establish a grant program to address the crises in accessing affordable housing and child care through the colocation of housing and child care. Introduced Monitor Senator Klobuchar Would assist States in carrying out projects to expand the child care workforce and child care facilities in the States. Introduced Monitor 119th H.R. 2156 119th 119th 119th City Position Fair Access to Agriculture Disaster Programs Act Wildfire Intelligence Collaboration and Coordination Act H.R. 1266 119th Would amend the...
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Memorandum from Mayor, Candelas, Campos, Cohen & Kamei, 4/24/26
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This memorandum from the Mayor and City Council members discusses the need for increased advocacy for state regulations on electric bikes in San Jose. It highlights the growing popularity of electric bikes, the associated safety concerns, and the tragic fatality of a student due to high speeds and unsafe riding practices. The memorandum recommends specific legislative measures to improve safety, including speed limits, age restrictions, and accountability for manufacturers and riders.
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The memorandum is addressed to the Mayor and City Council.
It recommends increasing advocacy for state regulations on electric bikes.
The advocacy aims to enhance community safety and support Vision Zero initiatives.
Electric bike sales have significantly increased, raising safety concerns.
The memorandum references a tragic fatality of a student linked to electric bike use.
It calls for legislation to impose speed limits, age restrictions, and accountability measures.
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CITY OF COUNCIL AGENDA: 4/28/26 FILE: 26-469 ITEM: 3.4 ~ d SANJOSE _ _ _ _ _M_e_m_o_ra_n_um_ CAPIThL OF SILICON VALLEY TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: SEE BELOW Approved FROM: Councilmember Candelas Mayor Mahan Councilmember Campos Councilmember Cohen Councilmember Kamei DATE: 04/24/26 Date: 04/24/26 SUBJECT: Spring 2026 Intergovernmental Relations Report RECOMMENDATION: Approve the staff recommendations and direct staff to increase advocacy for state regulations of electric bikes under the City’s Legislative Priority to “Enhance Community Safety and Realize Vision Zero Initiatives.” This advocacy should support measures to improve safety, including reasonable limits on speed, age requirements for riders, and accountability standards for both manufacturers and users. BACKGROUND In 2022, the U.S Department Energy1 found that over 1.1 million electric bikes were sold across the United States, 4 times more than the total sold in 2018. Electric Bikes are becoming a more popular mode of transportation in San Jose as they offer a cheaper and faster form of personal transportation. These bikes can have a top speed of 28 mph and riders often use these bikes on sidewalks,...
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The memorandum from Vice Mayor Pam Foley discusses the Spring 2026 Intergovernmental Relations Report and recommends approval of a memorandum authored by Mayor Mahan and several councilmembers. It emphasizes the need for the City to avoid supporting legislation that restricts access to electric bikes and to engage local stakeholders before taking formal positions on related legislation.
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The memorandum is addressed to the Mayor and City Council from Vice Mayor Pam Foley.
It recommends approval of a memorandum dated 04/24/26.
The City should not support legislation that unduly restricts access to electric bikes.
Staff should assess equity and mobility impacts of proposed legislation alongside safety benefits.
Engagement with local stakeholders, including the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition and BPAC, is necessary before formal positions are taken on legislation affecting electric bikes.
The memorandum highlights the importance of balancing safety regulations with access to e-bikes as a mobility tool.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA: 04/28/2026 FILE: 26-469 ITEM: 3.4 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: Vice Mayor Pam Foley SUBJECT: SEE BELOW DATE: April 27, 2026 Approved Date 04/27/2026 SUBJECT: Spring 2026 Intergovernmental Relations Report RECOMMENDATION Approve the memorandum authored by Mayor Mahan and Councilmembers Candelas, Campos, Cohen, and Kamei dated 04/24/26 with the following additional direction: 1. Ensure that the City does not take a supportive position on any legislation that unduly restricts access to electric bikes as a transportation mode. Staff should assess the equity and mobility impacts of proposed legislation alongside safety benefits before adopting a position. 2. Before taking a formal position on any legislation affecting electric bikes, staff and the state lobbying team should engage relevant local stakeholders, including the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition and the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC), if such engagement does not impede the City from meeting legislative deadlines. BACKGROUND The memorandum submitted by Mayor Mahan and Councilmembers Candelas, Campos, Cohen, and Kamei rightly calls attention to the serious and...
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The document appears to be a draft of the Spring 2026 Intergovernmental Relations Report presented to the San José City Council on April 28, 2026. It includes updates on federal and state budgets, proposed rulemaking, city-sponsored bills, and key advocacy items. The report also outlines council actions to accept the report and reaffirm city positions in federal and state legislative logs.
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Presented to the San José City Council on April 28, 2026.
Includes updates on FY 2027 federal budget and FY 2026-2027 state budget.
Mentions city-sponsored bills such as Senate Bill 1375 and Assembly Bill 1941.
Key advocacy items include Single Stairwell Reform and Electric Bicycle Safety.
Council actions include accepting the report and reaffirming city legislative positions.
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San José City Council April 28, 2026 Item 3.4: Spring 2026 Intergovernmental Relations Report Presenters: Emily Lam, Director, City Manager’s Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations Han Kang, Chief Intergovernmental Relations Officer, City Manager’s Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations Steve Stamos, Senior Executive Analyst, City Manager’s Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations Nicholas Ochoa, Senior Executive Analyst, City Manager’s Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations Lobbyist Support: Steve Cruz and Nick Romo, Cruz Strategies Leslie Pollner, Joe O’Brien, and Lisa Barkovic, Manatt, Phelps, and Phillips 1 2026 Federal Update FY 2027 Budget Update Proposed Rulemaking • General Services Administration • Department of Housing and Urban Development 2 2026 State Update FY 2026-2027 Budget Update City-Sponsored Bills • Senate Bill 1375 (Cortese) • Assembly Bill 1941 (González) Key Advocacy Items • Single Stairwell Reform • Taxation: Private Detention Facilities • Electric Bicycle Safety • Cardroom Rulemaking 3 San José City Council April 28, 2026 Council Actions Item 3.4:...
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The document contains letters from the public discussing various bills related to electric bicycles (e-bikes) and road safety. It highlights concerns about the safety of e-bikes, particularly regarding devices that may not meet legal standards, and suggests support for specific bills aimed at regulating e-motorcycles and improving safety measures. The letters advocate for a supportive stance on several legislative proposals that aim to enhance safety for all road users, including youth and adults.
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Concerns about the safety of e-bikes and the rise in trauma related to them.
Support for SB 1167 to regulate e-motorcycles and prevent misleading marketing.
Recommendation to adopt a supportive position on AB 1614, which applies existing restrictions on bicycles to Class I trails.
List of active state bills aimed at improving road safety, including AB 2276, AB 1569, AB 2168, and AB 1830.
Support for the Memorandum from Vice Mayor Foley regarding legal e-bikes as a safe transportation option.
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others, it would mean staying reliant on cars, which are by far the most dangerous devices on our roads. AB 2346 also does not address the macro trend being observed across the state. In response to SB 381 (Min, 2023), the Mineta Transportation Institute (MTI) at SJSU published Exploring Electric Bicycle Safety Performance Data and Policy Options for California. This paper reports that, "Counts of electric twowheelers parked at a dozen northern California middle and high schools found that almost 90% may not meet the standards for legal electric bicycles. Some of these devices have as much as eight times more power than legal limits." While hospitals have reported an alarming rise in trauma related to "ebikes", it is quite likely that much of this trauma is actually related to the proliferation of what would better be described as e-motorcycles or e-mopeds. I encourage Council to adopt Support for SB 1167, which was written to regulate these e-motos and prevent them from being marketed as "e-bikes" to children. At the end of my email is a list of active state bills that will improve safety for everyone on the road. None of these bills are currently Monitored by IGR. I suggest...