Bill > AB1148

This bill aims to regulate hazardous chemicals in food packaging by prohibiting the manufacture, distribution, sale, or offering for sale of food packaging containing intentionally added bisphenols or ortho-phthalates starting January 1, 2027. The bill defines food packaging broadly, including containers, wrappers, disposable plates, and other food-related items. It requires the Department of Toxic Substances Control to establish a regulatory threshold for unintentionally added bisphenols and ortho-phthalates, with an additional prohibition on food packaging containing these chemicals above that threshold no sooner than one year after the regulations are adopted. The bill allows the department to establish more protective standards and potentially limit or prohibit specific chemicals like tetramethyl bisphenol F if they are determined to pose significant health risks. Enforcement is authorized for both the department and the Attorney General, with potential penalties of up to $5,000 for a first violation and $10,000 for subsequent violations. The legislation provides flexibility for regulatory responses and does not limit the department's ability to take action on potentially harmful chemicals. Funding for implementation would be subject to legislative appropriation from the Toxic Substances Control Account.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance, Justice

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