Newsom's Regulations Threaten California Families with Higher Gas Prices
Submitted by MAGA
Posted 87 days ago
California's Governor Gavin Newsom is making headlines again, but this time for what some are calling a reckless attempt to impose higher gas prices on the hardworking citizens of his state.
In an outrageous move, Newsom has threatened to convene a special session of the California legislature if lawmakers fail to pass a bill that would impose severe regulations on the oil and gas industry.
This unnecessary regulatory overreach would mandate refiners to maintain inflated fuel reserves, leading to higher prices at the pump for drivers in California, Arizona, and Nevada.
Even members of Newsom's own California Energy Commission have expressed concerns that this proposal could exacerbate shortages and hike fuel costs.
Political analyst Rob Stutzman questioned the governor's insistence on bypassing the standard legislative process, noting that the proposal seems designed to protect political interests rather than consumers.
The Western States Petroleum Association's CEO, Catherine Reheis-Boyd, highlighted the absurdity of these regulations, stating that they would create artificial fuel shortages in an already struggling market.
These proposed regulations would further entrench California's status as a state that already struggles with energy production, forcing over 75% of its crude supply to be imported from abroad.
Republican lawmakers in California are pushing back against Newsom's heavy-handed tactics, with Assemblyman Bill Essayli calling the governor's approach nothing short of extortion.
Assemblyman James Gallagher has also taken a strong stand, proposing alternative solutions focused on lowering gas prices rather than inflating them through new regulations.
With only days left in the legislative session, Newsom's desperate attempts to rally support for his bill are being met with skepticism, even from fellow Democrats.
This alarming situation in California serves as a warning to all Americans.
A President Kamala Harris could easily adopt similar policies at a national level, which would further strain family budgets across the country.
As California grapples with the repercussions of this proposal, it's imperative that voters understand the implications of such radical policies and the impact they could have on their own lives.
In a time when transparency and accountability are needed more than ever, California's ongoing energy struggles might just be a harbinger for what's to come if these policies are allowed to flourish unchecked.
Sources:
redstate.com
theepochtimes.com
amgreatness.com
In an outrageous move, Newsom has threatened to convene a special session of the California legislature if lawmakers fail to pass a bill that would impose severe regulations on the oil and gas industry.
This unnecessary regulatory overreach would mandate refiners to maintain inflated fuel reserves, leading to higher prices at the pump for drivers in California, Arizona, and Nevada.
Even members of Newsom's own California Energy Commission have expressed concerns that this proposal could exacerbate shortages and hike fuel costs.
Political analyst Rob Stutzman questioned the governor's insistence on bypassing the standard legislative process, noting that the proposal seems designed to protect political interests rather than consumers.
The Western States Petroleum Association's CEO, Catherine Reheis-Boyd, highlighted the absurdity of these regulations, stating that they would create artificial fuel shortages in an already struggling market.
These proposed regulations would further entrench California's status as a state that already struggles with energy production, forcing over 75% of its crude supply to be imported from abroad.
Republican lawmakers in California are pushing back against Newsom's heavy-handed tactics, with Assemblyman Bill Essayli calling the governor's approach nothing short of extortion.
Assemblyman James Gallagher has also taken a strong stand, proposing alternative solutions focused on lowering gas prices rather than inflating them through new regulations.
With only days left in the legislative session, Newsom's desperate attempts to rally support for his bill are being met with skepticism, even from fellow Democrats.
This alarming situation in California serves as a warning to all Americans.
A President Kamala Harris could easily adopt similar policies at a national level, which would further strain family budgets across the country.
As California grapples with the repercussions of this proposal, it's imperative that voters understand the implications of such radical policies and the impact they could have on their own lives.
In a time when transparency and accountability are needed more than ever, California's ongoing energy struggles might just be a harbinger for what's to come if these policies are allowed to flourish unchecked.
Sources:
redstate.com
theepochtimes.com
amgreatness.com
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