Feds Sue Calif. Over Ban On Drilling Near Schools, Homes

By Gina Kim · January 14, 2026, 8:53 PM EST

The U.S. government sued California on Wednesday over its law banning fossil fuel development activities within 3,200 feet of homes, schools and other sensitive areas, saying the state law is preempted...

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Case Information

Case Title

USA v. California et al

Case Number

2:26-at-00079

Court

California Eastern

Nature of Suit

950 Constitutional - State Statute

Date Filed

January 14, 2026