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Late-night negotiations involving Governor Gavin Newsom, Democratic legislative leaders, and various stakeholders culminated in a series of agreements that aim to extend California's cap-and-trade program, ease restrictions on oil and gas production, and accelerate regional energy sharing initiatives. However, critics argue that these deals came together in a whirlwind of last-minute negotiations—layers upon layers of complex legislation that many community advocates and even lawmakers themselves admit they haven't fully scrutinized.