Lawmakers press agencies on shifting CalSHAPE and DBA funds to demand‑response programs; stakeholders urge preserving DSGS and extending school funds Department of Finance proposed redirecting $22 million from a DBA program into DSGS for 2026 (bringing DSGS to about $52 million) and returning ~$70 million in CalSHAPE interest to electrical corporations for 2027–28 use under ELRP; committee members, agencies and public commenters debated whether to preserve the existing DSGS program or transfer funds to CPUC’s ELRP and urged extending CalSHAPE for school HVAC projects.

California lawmakers are at a crossroads, debating whether to shift millions from essential energy programs while ensuring school districts can complete crucial HVAC projects.

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