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EPISODE · Sep 14, 2025 · 22 MIN

Valero Benicia Refinery to Close by 2026 | What It Means for California Gas Prices & Jobs

from News For Reasonable People · host Sean Reynolds

The Valero refinery in Benicia, California — responsible for nearly 9% of the state’s gasoline supply — is set to close by April 2026. This decision comes after mounting regulatory pressure, costly fines, and rising operational expenses.

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