The California Clean Coast Act of 2025 would permanently ban new oil and gas leasing on federal lands in the ocean off California's coast. The bill protects existing oil and gas leases that were issued before the law takes effect, but prevents the federal government from issuing any new leases or conducting related activities like exploration and bidding in California's offshore areas. This legislation would affect oil and gas companies seeking to expand operations in the region, as well as environmental groups and coastal communities concerned about drilling impacts. The bill contains no specific funding allocations or implementation timeline beyond taking effect upon enactment, making it primarily a policy restriction rather than a funded program. The measure was introduced by a bipartisan group of 23 California House members and referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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