Opinion | With Californians paying sky-high gas prices, now’s not the time for new oil regulations

Tony Strickland argues that new oil regulations in California, particularly updates to the “cap-and-invest” program, will exacerbate the state’s already high gas prices and negatively impact its energy infrastructure. He contends that these changes could lead to refineries shutting down, increasing reliance on imported fuel, and causing economic hardship for working families, despite Governor Newsom’s push towards an “import model.” Strickland urges the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to reconsider its proposal to protect in-state energy infrastructure and avoid further financial burdens on Californians.