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New Federal Bill Seeks to Treat Energy Infrastructure as National Security Infrastructure
California's energy isolation has become more than just an economic problem; it is increasingly being viewed as a national security vulnerability.
Jul 272 min read
Congress Signals That California's Energy Infrastructure is Becoming a National Security Priority
The battle over California's energy future took a dramatic turn this week as the U.S. House of Representatives approved a provision in the annual National Defense Authorization Act that could allow the federal government to acquire limited property interests needed to protect operation of the Santa Ynez Pipeline System
Jul 273 min read
Opinion: California Can't Run on Wishful Thinking Without Refineries
A recent CalMatters opinion piece argues that California should simply accept the closure of its remaining oil refineries as part of the state's clean energy transition, but the author overlooks one fundamental reality.
Jul 273 min read
"No Tailpipe" Does Not Mean "No Petroleum"
A Tesla may run on electricity, but oil and natural gas remain embedded throughout the vehicle, its battery system, and the industrial supply chain required to build it.
Jul 203 min read
CIPA Bonding Fix Bill Set for Senate Appropriations Hearing
CIPA-sponsored AB 2716, authored by Assembly Member Anamarie Ávila Farías, has been scheduled for hearing before the Senate Appropriations Committee on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
Jul 202 min read
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