Private company

California Earthquake Authority

Public safety agency

The California Earthquake Authority (CEA), established in September 1996 by the California Legislature following the Northridge Earthquake, is a privately financed, publicly managed entity based in Sacramento, California. It specializes in providing earthquake insurance to homeowners, mobile-home owners, condo unit owners, and renters throughout California. Policies are offered through participating insurance companies, rather than directly from the CEA.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

The California Earthquake Authority (CEA), established in September 1996 by the California Legislature following the Northridge Earthquake, is a privately financed, publicly managed entity based in Sacramento, California.2

Timeline

  1. Sep 1, 1996Founded California Earthquake Authority is founded3

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