Governor Newsom signs order to suspend some environmental rules to hasten wildfire recovery in California.

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order suspending certain environmental regulations to speed up rebuilding after recent wildfires in Los Angeles. The order waives requirements under the California Environmental Quality Act and the California Coastal Act for rebuilding properties damaged by the fires. It also extends price gouging protections for a year. Newsom aims to expedite recovery efforts while maintaining environmental standards.

January 12, 2025
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