California Sets Smoke Damage Standards | Spokane News

California just passed groundbreaking new laws to protect homeowners still recovering from the January 2025 wildfires—where houses stood but were filled with toxic smoke and ash. Governor Newsom signed legislation requiring science-based safety standards for testing and cleaning homes, plus forcing insurers to cover cleanup and living costs. After months of chaotic battles with insurance companies and dangerous contamination levels, this move ensures families won’t have to guess if their homes are safe—or fight endless legal battles. Advocates and residents pushed for change, proving that a standing house isn’t always a safe one. Now, clear rules mean faster, fairer claims—and finally, science, not corporate guesswork, will decide when families can return home. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.latimes.com/politics/story/2026-09-15/newsom-signs-first-in-u-s-standards-for-homes-damaged-by-wildfire-smoke More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9218d272e5321de9 Report issues to [email protected].