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Day: August 16, 2026

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California Lawmakers Push to Lock In Refinery Safety Standards via SB 966

Sasha Martinez 7 hours ago

California’s legislative landscape is shifting as lawmakers move to secure vital worker protections within the state’s massive oil refinery sector. At the heart of this initiative...

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