"A bill that would have allowed the first new offshore oil lease in California in 30 years to offset budget woes failed to pass the state Legislature last week, leaving the longstanding moratorium intact for now."

Another bill that died would have banned the chemical bisphenol A from use in baby bottles and other containers used by small children.

Debra Kahn reports for Greenwire for the New York Times September 14, 2009. [2]

See Also:

"Schwarzenegger Says He'll Veto Renewable Portfolio Mandate" (Greenwire) [3]

Feud Breaks Out on CA Clean Energy Plan (Reuters) [4]