California Proposes Electric Bill Rebates and Clean Energy Streamlining

Legislators unveil six bills to address high energy costs and expedite renewable projects, but experts remain divided on their impact.

Proposed rebates would provide $30 to $70 per household, funded by cutting existing energy programs.
Bills aim to streamline environmental reviews for renewable energy projects, including solar and hydrogen facilities.
Critics argue measures do not tackle root causes of high energy bills and could harm low-income residents.
Supporters see the legislation as a necessary first step toward affordable and sustainable energy.
Uncertainty remains if the bills will pass before the legislative session ends or if a special session will be called.