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Sweeping climate and energy legislation goes to Newsom's desk
New laws aim to rework California's climate spending, close an environmental review loophole and rein in electricity rates, among other meas
September 2, 2026 · via LA Times — California
New laws aim to rework California's climate spending, close an environmental review loophole and rein in electricity rates, among other measures.
Original reporting: LA Times — California.
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