A state assembly bill that would centralize the process of buying offshore wind energy has passed both chambers of the legislature and is awaiting signature by the Governor. Vineyard Offshore and RWE, companies that each acquired a lease area off Humboldt Bay for offshore wind energy production, have released statements in support of AB 1373. The bill has garnered support from environmental advocacy groups as it would bolster renewable energy goals.
IMPERIAL COUNTY – In response to Imperial County’s urgent healthcare crisis, Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia (D-Coachella) passed AB 918, legislation creating a united healthcare district for the region.