California Governor Gavin Newsom is proposing legislation that would limit the financial liability of utility companies if their equipment is found to be the cause of wildfires. The proposal aims to protect these companies from significant financial burdens related to payments to victims and legal fees.
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California Governor Newsom Proposes Legislation on Wildfire Liability
Governor Gavin Newsom is advocating for a new law that would limit the financial responsibility of utilities in cases where their equipment causes wildfires. This legislation seeks to address the financial challenges faced by these companies in the aftermath of such incidents.
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Newsom returns to a defining California fight: Who pays for wildfire damage?
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