When Phillips 66 this week announced its plans to close its Los Angeles-area refinery in late 2025, many observers noted the announcement came just days after California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law aimed at refineries.

Oil company Phillips 66 has announced plans to shut down its Los Angeles-area refinery by the end of 2025 citing market challenges and uncertainty about its long-term sustainability

Phillips 66 announced it will shutter its Los Angeles-area refinery by the end of 2025, just days after the California governor signed a new law tightening restrictions on oil and gas companies. The refinery accounts for about 8 percent of the refining capacity in the state and employs approximately 600 workers and 300 contractors in the 650-acre facilities.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom's bill would require oil refineries in the state to maintain a minimum amount of oil supply.

Phillips 66 said it will shut its large Los Angeles-area oil refinery late next year, delivering a blow to California's fuel supply amid complaints about the state's high prices.

Phillips 66 plans to close its refinery near the Port of Los Angeles in late 2025. The company’s announcement Wednesday follows Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signature of legislation implementing new oil controls.

Oil company Phillips 66 has announced plans to shut down its Los Angeles-area refinery by the end of 2025, citing market challenges and uncertainty about its long-term sustainability

The refinery accounts for about 8% of California's refining capacity, according to the state's Energy Commission. The company said it will remain operating in the state.