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CA SB1383

Bill

Status

Vetoed

9/16/2014

Primary Sponsor

Benjamin Hueso

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Origin

Senate

2013-2014 Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes labeling of commercial agricultural mulch film as "soil biodegradable" if it meets an ASTM standard specification adopted by the Director of Resources Recycling and Recovery

  • Defines "commercial agricultural mulch film" as film plastic used as a technical tool in commercial farming applications

  • Maintains existing prohibitions on labeling plastic products as "biodegradable," "degradable," or "decomposable" unless specific standards are met

  • Requires manufacturers and suppliers to submit compliance documentation to the public within 90 days upon request in an easy-to-understand, scientifically accurate format

  • Establishes that compliance with this chapter does not automatically satisfy other state marketing requirements or Federal Trade Commission guidelines

Legislative Description

Plastic products: labeling.

Last Action

In Senate. Consideration of Governor's veto pending.

9/16/2014

Committee Referrals

Appropriations6/30/2014
Natural Resources5/15/2014
Appropriations4/2/2014
Environmental Quality3/17/2014
Rules2/21/2014

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