In a bipartisan effort to address the rising cost of fuel and protect regional economic stability, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo have jointly called on California Governor Gavin Newsom to reassess SB 950. The proposed California legislation could significantly reduce gasoline supplies to Arizona and Nevada, potentially leading to higher gas prices for consumers in both states.
The letter, co-authored by Governors Hobbs and Lombardo, was sent during California’s special legislative session, where SB 950 is being considered. The bill has raised alarms, as it threatens to cut fuel exports from California to neighboring states, which rely on California’s refineries for a substantial portion of their gasoline supply.
“Arizonans are struggling with the high cost of living; we can’t afford yet another price hike,” said Governor Hobbs. “I urge Governor Newsom and the California legislature to reconsider this legislation that could slash Arizona’s gasoline supply, raise prices at the pump, and threaten Arizona’s strong economic growth. I’m glad to work with Governor Lombardo on this critical issue, and hope we can come together as a region to deliver lower fuel costs to all of our constituents.”