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Gov. Gavin Newsom signed dozens of energy and environment bills this year and vetoed some others.
New state laws include efforts to limit planet-warming pollution, accelerate clean energy projects and advance the state’s position as a climate leader.
Controversies and vetoes include bills to accelerate oil production and phase out the use of forever chemicals.
Gov. Gavin Newsom wrapped up the 2025 legislative session with the usual flurry of activity, signing several important environmental, energy and climate bills and vetoing others ahead of Monday’s deadline.
Among the newest laws in California are efforts to accelerate clean energy projects and advance the state’s position as