(The Governor Signs Ab 2163)...The bill was authored by Assemblyman Jeff Gonzalez, in close collaboration with Imperial county..

The county sponsored the bill and worked extensively with Assemblymember Gonzalez to develop a framework that can help turn Lithium Valley's geothermal energy and critical mineral resources into investment, infrastructure, industry development and jobs for residents. The bill passed both houses unanimously and was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom on September 27th.