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CA AB1585
Bill
Status
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Damon Connolly
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AI Summary
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Prohibits wine sold in California from using "American" or "United States" appellation labels unless 100% of the wine is derived from grapes grown in the United States, effective for wine bottled on or after July 1, 2027
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Current federal law allows wine labeled "American" to contain up to 25% grapes from outside the United States, including from South America, Europe, Australia, or other foreign countries
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Authorizes the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to seize any wine in California that violates the new labeling requirements
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Cites consumer preference data showing 77% of Americans prefer to buy goods made in the United States and 62% of consumers make conscious efforts to buy locally grown products
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Expands existing California "Made in U.S.A." labeling protections to wine, aiming to provide truth in labeling so consumers can make informed choices about domestic versus imported wine
Legislative Description
Wine labeling: “American” or “United States” appellation.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on G.O.
2/2/2026