In a significant move that has drawn both praise and criticism, California Governor Gavin Newsom recently vetoed Senate Bill 1047, the Safe and

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