Consumer Watchdog criticizes the California Energy Commission (CEC) for failing to utilize its powers to prevent a gasoline price spike, with California prices averaging $4.58 per gallon. The CEC is urged to hold oversight hearings due to its inaction regarding refinery operations, particularly Valero's Benicia refinery and PBF Energy's Martinez refinery. The situation has resulted in significant financial impacts on consumers, with potential overpayments in the tens of millions of dollars.
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