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CA SB811
Bill
Status
Engrossed
1/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Anna Caballero
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AI Summary
- Prohibits operation of metal shredding facilities in California without a permit from the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework separate from hazardous waste laws
- Requires existing facilities to submit a notice of intent to apply for a permit within 30 days of the effective date, followed by a complete permit application within 6 months (1 year for small facilities), with DTSC required to take final action within 3 years
- Mandates facilities submit detailed plans covering fire prevention, closure, housekeeping, inventory management, security, and emergency preparedness, along with evidence of financial assurance for closure and third-party liability
- Establishes that metal shredder aggregate is an in-process material (not hazardous waste) and chemically treated metal shredder residue is deemed solid waste (not hazardous waste) when managed in compliance with the chapter's requirements
- Requires DTSC to impose annual fees on metal shredding facilities deposited into a new Metal Shredding Facility Subaccount, with rates reviewed and adjusted annually beginning in fiscal year 2027-28
Legislative Description
Hazardous materials: metal shredding facilities.
Last Action
In Assembly. Read first time. Held at Desk.
1/27/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations1/13/2026
Environmental Quality1/5/2026
Rules2/21/2025
Full Bill Text
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