Press release from multiple organizations This legislative session was marred by significant deregulation and increased government handouts to the most polluting industries in the state, from Big Oil to massive manufacturing facilities, led by California’s own state Democratic leaders: Governor Newsom, Speaker Rivas and Pro Tem McGuire. Many of the high-profile environmental bills this session were negotiated behind closed doors with only leadership in the room, like SB 131 and SB 237, making it difficult, if not impossible, for community […]