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Committee approves resolution urging state to stop new oil and gas permitting and chart phaseout
Summary
The committee passed a resolution urging Governor Newsom and the California Legislature to discontinue permitting for new oil and gas extraction, phase out existing production consistent with Paris goals, and ensure a just transition for workers. The measure passed with amendments strengthening the language and was forwarded to the full Board.
The Land Use and Transportation Committee voted Dec. 7 to send a resolution to the full Board urging Governor Gavin Newsom and the state legislature to discontinue permitting for new oil and gas extraction and to set California on a path to phase out production in line with the Paris Climate Agreement.
Supervisor Matt Marr introduced the measure on behalf of the Last…
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