California gives homeowners choice between gas line or electrification rebate

The state's new rule allows households to opt out of mandatory gas infrastructure in favor of cash incentives to transition to electric heating and appliances.

First covered Oct 18, 2026 · 6:00 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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24d Grist A new gas line or cash to electrify? California lets households choose.

Primary sources

leginfo.legislature.ca.gov Billnavclient (leginfo.legislature.ca.gov)

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Appeared in: 2026-10-18 (#1) · 2026-10-19 (#1)

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