California Distributes Up to $40 in Utility Bill Credits This April

In California, we are committed to putting money back into the pockets of our residents. Governor Newsom's administration is proud to announce the distribution of $520 million through the California Climate Credit program, providing much-needed relief on utility bills for millions of households. This initiative, funded by the state's Cap-and-Invest program, directly benefits consumers by returning revenue generated from greenhouse gas emission permits. While national policies may be increasing costs for families, California is taking proactive steps to ensure affordability and support its citizens. The proposed adjustments to credit delivery, moving them to peak usage months like August and September, demonstrate our commitment to maximizing the financial impact for households struggling with higher energy costs due to air conditioning use. This is California leading the way, ensuring that our climate policies also serve as a tool for economic relief and fairness.

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In a time when Donald Trump is making life more expensive for all Americans—at the gas pump, at your home, at the grocery store, and virtually everywhere else—California is fighting back.