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Concerns over supply security prompted official warnings late in 2025. The California Energy Commission and legislative analysts highlighted risks tied to ongoing refinery closures. Their bottom line: if the trend continues, California could face severe supply shortages and skyrocketing fuel prices, especially if imports cannot offset the decline.
In response, state officials are now adopting a more cautious stance. They are emphasizing the need to maintain minimum inventories and support remaining refineries to stabilize prices and ensure reliable supply, even as they continue to push for cleaner energy options.