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CA AB886
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Maggy Krell
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AI Summary
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Requires the Tobacco Education and Research Oversight Committee (TEROC) to develop a statewide community education plan translating research findings from the Tobacco-Related Disease Research Program on teenage vaping and nicotine cessation
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TEROC must create a plan sharing best practices for youth nicotine cessation, with outreach to health care providers, community organizations serving youth, and local educational agencies including school districts
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Establishes a pilot program in Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Santa Clara counties implementing targeted intervention programs for youth under 21 addicted to nicotine
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Pilot programs must use culturally responsive, youth-centered models and prioritize developmentally appropriate cessation strategies over traditional nicotine replacement therapies, which are not deemed appropriate for youth under 21
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Prohibits funding from Proposition 56 (2016) or Proposition 99 (1988) tobacco tax revenues for these activities
Legislative Description
Nicotine: cessation.
Last Action
From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
2/2/2026