Gov. Gavin Newsom talks to the media with legislators and community leaders after signing bill intended to prevent gas price spikes at the state Capitol on Monday, Oct. 14, 2024. Paul Kitagaki Jr. [email protected]

A bill backed by Gov. Gavin Newsom as part of a broader plan to end gas price hikes was given final approval by the California State Assembly in a special session Monday afternoon and now heads to the governor’s desk for his signature.

Supporters say ABX2-1 will prevent price hikes. The Western States Petroleum Association says governor's criticism of oil industry won't lower prices.

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday signed a bill that could force oil refineries in the state to hold onto a minimum amount of fuel — a policy he aggressively pushed lawmakers to pass in a special session as a way to prevent future spikes in gasoline prices.

Gavin Newsom signed a bill Monday aimed at reining in soaring gas prices that have come to symbolize California’s multi-faceted struggle with affordability. Newsom said ABX 2 1, which gives his administration new authority to regulate the dwindling number of oil refineries,