SB 787: Energy: equitable clean energy supply chains and industrial policy in California.
SB 787 status: Introduced — Veto sustained (updated Mar 2, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialExisting law requires the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission (Energy Commission) to adopt, on a biennial basis, an integrated energy policy report that contains an overview of major energy trends and issues facing the state, including supply, demand, pricing, reliability, efficiency, and imp...
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- Accelerates clean energy deployment
- Supports long-term climate goals
Risks
- Potential habitat disruption from rapid industrial scaling
Economy
Benefits
- Focuses on developing high-road local manufacturing jobs
- Coordinates supply chain stability
Risks
- Potential market distortion from state equity stakes
- Risk of inefficient capital allocation
Society
Benefits
- Prioritizes workforce development in disadvantaged communities
- Aims to reduce energy costs for vulnerable populations
Risks
- Uncertainty regarding long-term ratepayer costs
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highhigh
Analysis status
LegiScan full bill text
Authorizing state equity stakes and direct price management carries significant risk of market interference if implemented without robust accountability.
Bill serves as an administrative framework rather than an immediate implementation of specific financial interventions.
Where it stands
Introduced
CurrentVeto sustained.
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