2025: A Welcomed Pivot to Energy Pragmatism
After years of attacking an industry tens of millions of Californians depend on every day, policymakers are now refocusing efforts on ensuring an adequate supply of gasoline.
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Despite High Demand for Gasoline, California Pushes Refineries Out of Business >
California’s hostile, high-cost policy environment slashes profitability and discourages investment in fuel production. Consumers and businesses are paying the price.
‘We Have a Crisis on Our Hands’: Lack of Fuel Supply Plan Alarms Lawmakers >
At a recent oversight hearing, regulators said the state needed to support in-state oil production and refining as California faces growing fuel supply challenges.
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Ventura County Ignores Voters, Renews Attempts to Shut Down Local Oil and Gas
County officials are trying to restrict local energy production despite voters rejecting the idea at the ballot just two months ago.
No, Kern County Does Not ‘Welcome’ Newsom’s Anti-Oil Agenda
A Politico article ignores how Kern County has long fought to maintain local oil production as Newsom’s policies push the state to rely heavily on foreign imports.
Energy Shutdown Advocates Ignore Dependence and Affordability Concerns in Los Angeles
Eliminating oil production won’t lower demand for oil. Rather, it will raise costs and make Californians more reliant on foreign regimes for basic energy needs.
New CEI Ad: Time for Sacramento to Put Working Families First
Even as California’s affordability crisis creates widespread economic anxiety, some in Sacramento push energy policies that drive prices higher.
