`` This decision sends a signal that California is taking a firm stand on integrity and safety in its gas distribution infrastructure , '' Timothy Alan Simon , the commissioner assigned in this proceeding , said in a statement . NEW : The fine is largest ever for safety violations by a utility in California history . Comment: PG & E committed safety violations in 2008 explosion in Rancho Cordova . `` This decision sends a signal , '' commissioner says .
NEW : The fine is largest ever for safety violations by a utility in California history . Comment: PG & E committed safety violations in 2008 explosion in Rancho Cordova . `` This decision sends a signal , '' commissioner says .