California lawmakers reached a narrower wildfire-related agreement after Gov. Gavin Newsom backed off plans to ease costs for utilities tied to wildfires they cause. The final deal with Democratic lawmakers covers less than Newsom’s earlier, broader utility cost proposals.
WHO:Gov. Gavin Newsom and California Democratic lawmakers
WHAT:Lawmakers strike a wildfire deal that leaves out most of Newsom’s big demands on easing utility costs.
WHEN:Reported Aug 30, 2026 at 9:38 AM ET
WHERE:California
WHY:Newsom backed off plans to ease costs for utilities following wildfires they cause, leading lawmakers to agree to a narrower deal.
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