Governor Newsom Signs New Bills, Several Regarding Company Regulations

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Governor Gavin Newsom signed new laws over the weekend. Among them is the Orphaned Well Prevention Act, which holds oil companies accountable for cleanup costs. Another makes California the first state to ban four chemicals in candies and foods due to health concerns. Finally, the emissions disclosure law will apply to businesses making over one-billion-dollars annually, aiming to promote transparency and emission reduction.