Supporters say ABX2-1 will prevent price hikes. The Western States Petroleum Association says governor's criticism of oil industry won't lower prices.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation on Monday that aims to prevent gas price spikes and save Californians money, but critics of the bill say it jeopardizes worker safety and will only lead to higher prices at the pump.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Monday signed into law a controversial slate of plans to tighten fuel refinery storage rules in an effort to prevent future fuel shortages and price spikes

"They've been fleecing you for decades and decades, billions and billions of dollars," Newsom said, referring to oil companies. "They've been screwing you for years and years and years."

Gavin Newsom’s mandate on oil refiners has become law. Newsom signed ABX2-1 on Monday, codifying his mandate after several weeks of pushing for it with a special session of the Legislature in what he says is an effort to prevent spikes in gas prices.

Requiring California’s oil refiners to keep on hand a minimum supply of refined gasoline will help avoid the shortages that have caused the price of gas to spike up 50 to 75 cents per gallon.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law Monday aimed at preventing gas prices from spiking, marking the Democrat's latest move in a battle with the oil industry over energy prices and the impacts of climate change.

Gavin Newsom signed a bill Monday aimed at reining in soaring gas prices that have come to symbolize California’s multi-faceted struggle with affordability. Newsom said ABX 2 1, which gives his administration new authority to regulate the dwindling number of oil refineries,

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law to help combat soaring gas prices amid his ongoing battle with the oil industry.

The average price for regular unleaded gas in the state was about $4.68 per gallon as of Monday, compared to the national average of $3.20, according to AAA.