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CA SB936

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Catherine Blakespear

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits selling or distributing nitrous oxide containers holding more than 8 grams, containers allowing direct inhalation, or devices designed for inhaling nitrous oxide

  • Bans sale of flavored nitrous oxide marketed as tasting or smelling like food, fruit, candy, desserts, alcoholic beverages, herbs, or spices

  • Violations are infractions with escalating fines: $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense, and $2,000 for third and subsequent offenses

  • Courts may suspend business licenses (including tobacco and cannabis licenses) for up to one year for repeat offenders who knowingly violate these provisions

  • Exempts nitrous oxide used for manufacturing, vehicle performance, medical/dental care, or food preparation (under 9 grams as propellant), as well as products rendered unfit for human consumption

Legislative Description

Nitrous oxide: sales.

Last Action

Set for hearing March 17.

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Safety2/11/2026
Rules1/29/2026

Full Bill Text

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