Longtime community members explain why the Central Valley is fighting back against Sacramento’s efforts to restrict local production as more than 90 local leaders and organizations call on Gov. Newsom to protect workers and the region’s way of life.

Local officials question the need for new drilling moratoriums and regulations that have immediately hurt the region’s economy.

The industry provides 30,000 jobs and $300 million in tax revenues to the region, supporting schools, roads, and public safety.

Dozens of Central Valley leaders rejected the radical call for a statewide energy shutdown, highlighting the potential impacts on jobs, local communities, and funding for vital services.