CA AB2305

Makes it unlawful to hold an orca in captivity for any purpose including display, performance, or entertainment, with exceptions for orcas in state on January 1, 2017, which may continue current purposes and educational presentations after June 1, 2017

Prohibits breeding, impregnation, or artificial insemination of captive orcas, and bans export, transport, or sale of orcas to other states or countries except for transfers to North American facilities meeting Animal Welfare Act standards

Exempts orcas held for rehabilitation after rescue or stranding, or for research purposes, though these orcas must be returned to the wild when possible and cannot be used for breeding, performance, or entertainment

Defines "educational presentation" as a live, scheduled orca display with natural behaviors, enrichment, exercise, and science-based narration and video content

Establishes violation as a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not exceeding $100,000