Gov. Newsom Calls Special Session to Address California Gas Prices

Legislature reconvenes to consider proposals aimed at regulating oil refineries and reducing energy costs.

Newsom's special session extends the legislative term to tackle energy bills blocked in the regular session.
Key proposals include regulating refinery maintenance and providing households with one-time energy credits.
Assembly Democrats demand more time for public hearings, citing potential unintended consequences.
Oil industry warns new regulations could raise costs and reduce fuel supplies.
This marks Newsom's second special session on oil industry regulations in two years.