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CA AB2330
Bill
Status
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tasha Boerner Horvath
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AI Summary
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Defines "cold spa" as a structure for brief therapeutic immersion in water maintained between 35-60 degrees Fahrenheit, including cold plunge tanks and cold immersion pools
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Requires cold spas to include mechanical recirculation systems that continuously or intermittently circulate, filter, and disinfect water
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Permits use of ozone and ultraviolet (UV) disinfection technologies, which may eliminate the need to drain and refill after each use if water quality standards are maintained
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Establishes state preemption, prohibiting local governments from adopting stricter regulations on cold spas regarding lifeguard staffing, medical personnel, construction classifications, water replacement frequency, or permitting standards
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Allows cold spas to operate without onsite lifeguards when following an approved operational safety plan with posted supervision and warning signage
Legislative Description
Public health: cold spas.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on HEALTH.
3/9/2026