A bill that would ensure first responders to the Dec. 2 terrorist attack in San Bernardino get fully reimbursed for the cost of their response was vetoed Sunday by Gov. Jerry Brown.
Brown, in a statement issued Sunday, said signing the bill would create a precedent for the state to cover other costs incurred during emergencies.
“I recognize the unique circumstances of this horrific terrorist attack,” Brown said. “However, this bill sets the expectation that the state will assume all financial responsibility for future emergency costs. The General Fund cannot afford this precedent.”