A compromise bill regarding wildfire liability has been killed without a vote. The bill was the result of nearly a month of intense negotiations between lawmakers. It aimed to address the issue of utilities causing catastrophic wildfires, but ultimately failed to pass.

The bill had been the subject of significant debate, with Gov. Gavin Newsom and utilities pushing to reduce the amount paid by utility companies when they cause a wildfire. Details of the compromise are available, including provisions related to fire survivors' compensation and insurance companies' ability to sue utilities.

Further information on the bill and its demise can be found through additional reporting.