“This law puts California on track to funding our obligation to pay for the safe cleanup and remediation of the oil operations in Long Beach. I am thankful to Mayor Richardson and our partners in Long Beach for helping advance this proactive legislation and to the Governor for signing it into law,” said Majority Leader Gonzalez.
"The 2024 state budget approved into law today is a balanced and future ready approach that was possible through early action and strong collaboration. It incorporates feedback from our communities and stakeholders to ensure our financial investments deliver on what matters most to Californians."
“With this proposed ballot measure we can crack down on property crime and fentanyl without reverting to policies that do more harm than good in our communities. We can protect our communities and at the same time prevent detrimental social and economic costs that worsen poverty and inequality."
“Our fenceline communities deserve clean air and a healthy future, and today’s victory with SB 674 marks a significant step forward,” said Majority Leader Gonzalez (D-Long Beach).
BY JULIE CART
California’s oil industry withdrew its controversial ballot measure challenging a state law that imposes new restrictions on oil and gas wells within 3,200 feet of homes and schools.
By The Times Editorial Board
California can’t be a climate leader if it continues to prop up harmful and reckless fossil fuel companies whose pollution threatens to consign future generations to an unlivable planet.
BY ADAM BEAM
State Sen. Lena Gonzalez, a Democrat from Long Beach who authored the ban on new oil wells, said the law finally taking effect would mean cleaner air for her community, which includes her three sons...“This time, oil didn’t win, and this time our community won.”
Sacramento, Calif. – On June 19, 2024, Majority Leader Gonzalez (D-Long Beach), teachers, workers, and climate advocates will rally at the Capitol in response to recently proposed
