The Mercury News reporter Will McCarthy writes about a stalled California State Senate bill that would have tripled the fines paid by refineries for emitting toxic pollutants. In a nutshell:The bill, AB 1465, sponsored by Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, was postponed until 2024 at the request of Wicks herself. From an environmental perspective, refinery pollution contributes to air and water contamination. Water pollution can occur through leaks, spills, or runoff, affecting aquatic life and water quality. Altogether, refinery pollution underscores the importance of stringent regulations and monitoring to safeguard public health and the environment.
