Newsom energy plan sparks tug of war with lawmakers in final hours of legislative session
Briefly

California's latest energy bills aim to alleviate soaring energy costs but face criticism for being rushed and weakened by utility lobbying, providing minimal consumer relief.
The controversial Assembly Bill 3121 threatens essential programs like the CalSHAPE, SGIP, and SOMAH, offering only a meager one-time saving of $30 while jeopardizing long-term environmental goals.
The governor's proposal to streamline energy infrastructure approval while securing oil reserves reflects a complex tug-of-war with lawmakers, frustrating stakeholders with its tight deadline and lack of transparency.
Environmental groups express concerns that the bill package will undermine key energy and climate initiatives, ultimately providing little meaningful support to Californians facing high energy costs.
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