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CA AB1982
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Josh Lowenthal
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AI Summary
- Requires Type 48 (on-sale general public premises) liquor license holders to offer drink lids and drug testing devices for sale to customers at reasonable wholesale-based prices
- Drug testing devices must detect controlled substances including flunitrazepam, ketamine, and GHB (commonly used as "date rape" drugs)
- Licensees must post a conspicuous notice stating: "Don't get roofied! Drink lids and drink spiking drug test kits available here. Ask a staff member for details."
- Removes the January 1, 2027 sunset date, making the drink lid and drug testing device requirements permanent
- Violations are not criminal offenses, and licensees are protected from liability for defective or inaccurate test results
Legislative Description
On-sale general public premises: drink lids and drug testing devices.
Last Action
From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on G.O. Read second time and amended.
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Governmental Organization3/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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