Hilton Proposes Sweeping Reforms to Cut California Electric Bills, Strengthen Grid, and Preserve Farmland

Sacramento, CA – Steve Hilton, founder of the "Golden Together" movement and a vocal critic of California's current policy direction, has outlined a series of reforms aimed at significantly reducing electric bills, fortifying the state's power grid, protecting agricultural land, and safeguarding families. In a recent social media post, Hilton stated, "With my reforms, Californians will see: ✅ Electric bills fall ✅ Grid strengthened ✅ Farmland saved ✅ Families protected."

Hilton’s proposals, detailed in reports from his organization, advocate for a shift towards an "Energy Abundance" strategy. This approach challenges the state's aggressive "net zero" carbon emission targets, arguing they lead to unacceptably high costs and grid instability. He champions the retention and expansion of natural gas power plants, alongside increased nuclear energy capacity, as crucial for reliable and affordable electricity.

A key component of Hilton's energy plan involves prioritizing rooftop solar installations over large-scale solar farms, which he argues consume valuable land. He has been particularly critical of initiatives like Assembly Bill 1156, which would permit solar development on agricultural land by pausing the Williamson Act. Hilton has publicly denounced such measures, stating, "It breaks my heart… the most fertile soil in the world is being covered with solar farms. It’s an evil scam."

Beyond energy and land use, Hilton's platform addresses broader economic burdens on Californian families. His "Universal Housing Affordability" report outlines policies to reduce the state's high cost of living, including housing, taxes, and regulatory overhead. He asserts that excessive regulation contributes to the state's affordability crisis, disproportionately affecting working-class households.

Hilton, a former political advisor and media personality, has positioned himself as a proponent of "common-sense" governance, seeking to reverse what he describes as "Democrat extremism and incompetence" in state policy. His vision aims to restore economic opportunity and stability for Californians by reining in state agencies and fostering a more business-friendly environment.