In a flurry of last-minute legislative action, California lawmakers have passed a significant climate deal that extends the cap-and-trade program while permitting increased oil drilling. Governor Gavin Newsom celebrated the passage of this energy package, which seeks to address affordability and enhance energy reliability amid rising gas and electricity costs. The session concluded with a mixture of relief and tension as lawmakers navigated internal disputes and secret negotiations. Despite the challenges, the legislation aims to support the state’s climate goals while also tackling urgent cost concerns for residents.