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CA AB1612
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Juan Alanis
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AI Summary
- Authorizes local police departments, sheriff's offices, and state law enforcement agencies to purchase and install incinerators solely for destroying seized controlled substances
- Requires compliance with federal regulations (40 CFR Section 60.2887(p)) and notification to the State Air Resources Board and local air quality management districts
- Allows multiple law enforcement agencies to jointly purchase incinerators through memoranda of understanding that detail cost-sharing arrangements
- Permits funding through existing sources including public safety budgets, evidence management funds, asset forfeiture proceeds, and seized property funds
- Exempts these incinerator projects from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review requirements
Legislative Description
Incineration of controlled substances: California Environmental Quality Act: law enforcement exemption.
Last Action
Referred to Coms. on NAT. RES. and E.S & T.M.
3/2/2026
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources3/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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