The Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA) today released the following statement from President and CEO Catherine Reheis-Boyd in response to the Senate approval of ABX2-1.

“Today’s Senate vote on ABX2-1 put politics over affordability. Governor Newsom and the bill’s authors are pushing an extremist agenda that isn’t about lowering gas prices—it’s about intentionally raising them so Californians drive less.

“This bill is just a smokescreen for what’s really coming. After November’s election, the California Air Resources Board will take action to raise gas prices even higher.

“If they were serious about affordability, they’d be working with our industry on real solutions. Instead, they’re attempting to mandate a system they don’t understand, and Californians will pay the price.”