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Democrats Catching on to CARB But Don't Seem to Care, LA's 911 System Failing, Pricing Tourists Out of LA, and More...

June 05, 2025

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BREAKING NEWS

California Democrat Urges Air Resources Board Chair Liane Randolph to Resign

Even Democrats Catching on to CARB

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • California Assemblywoman Jasmeet Bains has called for the resignation of Liane Randolph, Chair of the California Air Resources Board (CARB), following Randolph’s admission that CARB does not assess how its clean air regulations affect consumer costs.

  • Bains criticized CARB’s approach, arguing that implementing environmental policies without evaluating their financial impact on Californians, especially those with lower incomes, is irresponsible.

  • Governor Gavin Newsom’s office defended Randolph, highlighting her leadership in advancing California’s clean air initiatives and accusing Bains of political grandstanding amid her congressional campaign.

  • State Senator Henry Stern also supported Randolph, emphasizing the importance of CARB’s role in protecting public health in polluted regions. Conversely, Republican Senators Brian Jones and Tony Strickland joined Bains in her call for Randolph’s resignation, expressing concerns over CARB’s significant influence and lack of accountability.

  • The controversy intensified after CARB declined to update its analysis on the Low Carbon Fuel Standard’s potential impact on gas prices, despite initial estimates suggesting an increase of up to 47 cents per gallon.

  • Additionally, the impending closure of two oil refineries in California, which would reduce the state’s refining capacity by approximately 20%, has raised concerns about higher fuel prices and increased pollution due to fuel imports.

  • In response to the criticisms, a CARB spokesperson stated that the agency conducts comprehensive economic impact assessments for major regulations, adhering to legislative requirements.

But They Don’t Seem to Care…

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L.A. Is Taxing Its Tourism Industry to Death… Right Before the Olympics

California’s Clean Energy Push Ignites Political Firestorm Over Refinery Closures

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • California lawmakers are expressing growing frustration with state regulators as two major oil refineries—Phillips 66 in Southern California and Valero in Benicia—prepare to shut down, collectively reducing the state’s refining capacity by approximately 20%.

  • During a recent Assembly Utilities and Energy Committee hearing, legislators criticized officials from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the California Energy Commission for implementing aggressive clean air regulations without adequately assessing their impact on consumers.

  • CARB Chair Liane Randolph acknowledged that the board does not analyze how its regulations affect retail gas prices, leading to bipartisan concerns about potential increases in fuel costs and reliance on imported oil.

  • Lawmakers, including Democratic Assemblyman David Alvarez, questioned whether the state’s policies might be inadvertently causing the very crises they aim to prevent.

  • The anticipated refinery closures are expected to necessitate increased oil imports via marine vessels, raising additional environmental and logistical challenges.

  • Despite the urgency, no concrete action plans have been presented, leaving the state’s energy future uncertain.

  • The situation underscores the complex balance between environmental initiatives and economic realities in California’s transition away from fossil fuels.

  • As the state navigates these challenges, the need for comprehensive strategies that consider both environmental goals and consumer impacts becomes increasingly evident. 

L.A.’s 911 System Is Failing—and It’s Putting Lives at Risk

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • Los Angeles’ 911 emergency response system is experiencing significant delays, with some callers reporting wait times exceeding 30 minutes, particularly when calls are rerouted to non-emergency lines.

  • Since 2016, average emergency response times have increased from approximately 5.5 minutes to over 6.5 minutes, raising concerns about the system’s efficiency.

  • The city faces a shortage of 162 dispatch operators, despite handling around 6,000 emergency calls daily, exacerbating the issue.

  • During emergencies like the Palisades fire, callers experienced wait times over an hour, highlighting the system’s vulnerability during crises.

  • FireStatLA reports an average operational response time of about 7 minutes and 36 seconds, which may not be adequate in life-threatening situations.

  • The implementation of California’s “next generation” 911 system has been delayed due to technical difficulties, further straining emergency response capabilities.

  • Critics argue that the current system’s inefficiencies are a result of staff shortages, budget cuts, and delayed technological upgrades.

  • There is a growing demand for immediate reforms to ensure that emergency services can respond promptly and effectively when lives are at stake.

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Guest Column

 Susan Shelley: Environmental Regulators Harm The Poor

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • In her article, Susan Shelley argues that California’s environmental regulations disproportionately harm low-income residents.

  • She highlights how policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions have led to higher energy costs, making it difficult for poorer communities to afford basic necessities.

  • Shelley points out that while the wealthy can absorb these increased costs, the poor are left struggling. She criticizes the state’s cap-and-trade program, suggesting it functions more as a revenue generator than an effective environmental tool.

  • The article also mentions that these regulations have not significantly improved environmental outcomes.

  • Shelley calls for a reevaluation of such policies, emphasizing the need for approaches that consider economic impacts on all residents.

  • She advocates for solutions that balance environmental goals with economic realities.

  • Ultimately, Shelley urges policymakers to create regulations that do not inadvertently deepen economic disparities.

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