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CA AB1824

Bill

Status

Vetoed

8/18/2010

Primary Sponsor

William Monning

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Origin

State Assembly

2009-2010 Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits use and sale of chemicals detrimental to sewage disposal systems in chemical toilets, recreational vehicles, and vessel waste facilities, in addition to existing prohibitions on nonbiodegradable toxic chemicals

  • Lists five specific chemicals deemed detrimental to sewage disposal systems: bronopol, dowicil, formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde, para-formaldehyde, and para-dichlorobenzene

  • Authorizes the Department of Toxic Substances Control to adopt regulations identifying additional chemicals detrimental to sewage disposal systems and to limit or prohibit their use or sale in affected products

  • Makes regulations regarding nonbiodegradable toxic chemicals discretionary rather than mandatory for the department

  • Specifies that no state reimbursement is required for local agencies or school districts as costs result from changes to criminal penalties and definitions

Legislative Description

Hazardous materials: toxic chemicals: sewage systems.

Last Action

Vetoed by Governor.

8/18/2010

Committee Referrals

Appropriations6/15/2010
Rules5/13/2010
Appropriations4/19/2010
Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials2/25/2010

Full Bill Text

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