CA SB1270

Increases licensing fees for processors and dealers of farm products across all tiers, with fees ranging from $250 to $650 annually based on business volume.

Raises complaint filing fees from a flat $100 to a graduated schedule with maximum of $500, depending on the amount alleged due in the complaint.

Establishes the Market Enforcement Advisory Committee with up to 12 voting members representing growers, processors, and produce dealers to advise on licensing programs, fees, and enforcement procedures.

Allows the Secretary of Food and Agriculture to adjust fees based on program sustainability needs rather than just cost-of-administration thresholds.

Makes an appropriation by continuously appropriating revenue from licensing and complaint fees to fund the new Market Enforcement Advisory Committee and related department operations.