Newsom Takes Action to Provide Relief from Soaring Gas Prices in California

In an attempt to provide relief from soaring gas prices, Gov. Newsom instructed regulators to accelerate the switch to cheaper winter-blend gasoline.
Analysts expect the waiver to lead to dip in prices within days, dropping up to 75 cents per gallon by Halloween.
Newsom blamed oil companies for "ripping off" customers and directed a new state agency to propose reforms to protect Californians.
Republicans urged Newsom to call a special session and suspend the state gas tax, which is among the highest in the nation.
Critics say California's reliance on foreign oil imports and barriers to increasing domestic production contribute to higher prices.

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9/29/2023

Gas Prices Soar to $6.31 in LA County, Highest Since October as Newsom Accuses Oil Companies of Gouging

Gas prices in California are increasing, but Governor Gavin Newsom has instructed state regulators to speed up the delivery of cheaper winter blend gas in order to provide financial relief to drivers; the average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County has risen for the 23rd time in 25 days, reaching its highest amount since October and prompting Newsom to call for an early transition to winter-blend gasoline.