California Energy Journal

California Energy Journal

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Federal Court Allows California Oil Setback Law to Remain in Effect

Apr 02, 2026
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A federal district court denied the Trump administration’s request to block California’s oil and gas setback law, allowing the state to continue enforcing restrictions on drilling near homes, schools, and hospitals.

U.S. District Judge Dena Coggins rejected a U.S. Department of Justice motion for a preliminary injunction against enforcement of SB 1137, a…

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