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CA SB624
Bill
AI Summary
- Repeals Section 425.2 of the Government Code, removing serpentine as the official state rock and lithologic emblem
- Serpentine was originally designated as the state rock in 1965 and is found in 49 California counties
- Serpentine contains chrysotile asbestos, a known carcinogen linked to increased risk of mesothelioma
- California has the highest rate of mesothelioma deaths in the nation
- Requires majority vote; no appropriation or fiscal impact
Legislative Description
State rock.
Last Action
Assembly Rule 69(d) suspended. (Ayes 45. Noes 28. Page 6303.) Re-referred to Com. On RULES pursuant to Assembly Rule 77.2.
8/17/2010
Committee Referrals
Appropriations4/28/2009
Environmental Quality4/16/2009
Rules2/27/2009
Full Bill Text
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