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CA AB858
Bill
Status
4/25/2011
Primary Sponsor
Dave Jones
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AI Summary
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Makes it unlawful to sell merchandise labeled "Made in U.S.A.," "Made in America," or similar terms when any article, unit, or part has been entirely or substantially made outside the United States
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Clarifies that products made "all or virtually all" in the United States, as defined by the Federal Trade Commission's Enforcement Policy Statement on U.S. Origin Claims (issued December 2, 1997), comply with the law
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Amends Section 17533.7 of the Business and Professions Code to align state law with federal standards for origin claims
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States legislative intent to clarify existing state law and improve California's competitiveness for jobs, investments, and manufacturing
Legislative Description
False advertising.
Last Action
In committee: Set, final hearing. Failed passage.
7/3/2012