Assembly Bill 3121 aimed to provide a one-time credit to help with rising electric bills, but it was pulled from the Senate agenda with no chance for a vote as legislative session ends.
The proposal, which would have funded small household credits through cuts to utility programs for low-income residents, was met with significant controversy among lawmakers and stakeholders.
Legislative leaders and Governor Newsom are focused on clean energy and reducing high electric rates, but Rivas stated the urgency doesn’t justify rushing unvetted bills, as they risk unintended financial impacts.
The maneuver by Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris reflects ongoing tensions within the California legislature regarding energy legislation, especially as the session nears its end.
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