What does the State Plan do?

• Calls for the correction of past inequities in planning by distributing the benefits of the State Plan fairly across all communities.
• Aims to repair the damage in communities caused by years of underinvestment and neglect.
• Encourages public involvement to ensure everyone's voice is heard and needs are considered.
• Focuses on improving living conditions, farming practices, and economic opportunities in rural areas facing challenges such as limited access to infrastructure, fresh food, and employment.
• Provides clear principles and cohesive guidance to direct public and private actions toward equitable, sustainable, and inclusive developments.

Why it matters:

• Helps address the lingering effects of land loss and other historical wrongdoings, towards both indigenous populations and Overburdened Communities.
• Ensures all residents benefit from better development practices by addressing lingering issues, such as inadequate infrastructure, pollution, and unsafe housing.
• Prioritizes equitable outcomes in land use, transportation, and development decisions, which ensures that the well-being of all community members, particularly vulnerable populations, are considered.
• Encourages investment in rural areas to support farming, employment, and community well-being to strengthen the local and regional economies.
• Establishes a framework for policymaking decisions that prioritizes equity and environmental.