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CA AB762
Bill
Status
1/29/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jacqui Irwin
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AI Summary
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Prohibits importing or manufacturing disposable, battery-embedded vapor inhalation devices containing nicotine for sale in California beginning January 1, 2027, and prohibits selling or distributing such devices beginning January 1, 2028
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Defines covered devices as non-refillable or non-rechargeable vaporization devices containing nicotine but not cannabis, excluding FDA-regulated medical devices
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Establishes civil penalties of $500 for first violation, $1,000 for second violation, and $2,000 for third and subsequent violations, enforceable by cities, counties, or the state
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Makes violations an infraction punishable by fines up to $500, and authorizes the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration to revoke or suspend tobacco product licenses for violators
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Allows remedies under unfair competition law in addition to specified penalties, with state agency enforcement costs recoverable from liable persons
Legislative Description
Disposable, battery-embedded vapor inhalation device: prohibition.
Last Action
In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.
1/29/2026