“Governor Gavin Newsom’s inaugural State of the State address sets the stage for new possibilities and opportunities to put differences aside, embrace innovation, and bring our mutual values to bear on major issues like the environment, the economy and climate change.

“The oil and gas industry makes a vital contribution to the state’s economy; delivering essential, affordable energy supplies to millions of hard-working people and providing hundreds of thousands of good middle-class careers in the communities we serve.

“California’s oil and gas industry looks forward to working with the Governor and his team, legislators, and other stakeholders to approach energy policy development mindfully and factually, ensuring a sustainable energy future for our state and the West.”

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