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CA AB1

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

5/27/2021

Primary Sponsor

Cristina Garcia

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Origin

State Assembly

2021-2022 Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the California battery fee stated in dealer notices and receipts from $1 to $2 for replacement lead-acid batteries purchased without simultaneously returning a used battery
  • Requires dealers to post written notice or include on purchaser's receipt that they must charge a nonrefundable $2 California battery fee (previously $1)
  • Applies to dealers selling replacement lead-acid batteries of specified types to consumers at point of sale
  • Exempts from notice requirements certain businesses that do not sell batteries directly to consumers, including automotive repair dealers and motor club roadside services
  • Provides that no local reimbursement is required because the bill only creates criminal penalties for violations

Legislative Description

Lead-Acid Battery Recycling Act of 2016: dealer notice: California battery fee.

Last Action

Ordered to inactive file at the request of Senator Durazo.

6/23/2022

Committee Referrals

Appropriations6/2/2022
Judiciary6/1/2022
Environmental Quality6/9/2021
Rules5/28/2021
Appropriations4/7/2021
Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials1/11/2021

Full Bill Text

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