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AB 1603: Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS): Department of Pesticide Regulation.
What AB 1603 does, verified August 22, 2026
The bill aims to regulate the use of pesticides in California. It prohibits the registration of pesticides containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (pfas) that are intentionally added as active, adjuvant, or inert ingredients. Starting July 1, 2028, pesticides containing pfas will be classified as restricted materials, requiring permits for their use. By January 1, 2030, it will be prohibited to use pesticides containing pfas, and by January 1, 2035, the manufacture, sale, delivery, and offering for sale of such pesticides will also be prohibited.
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Last action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading. (2026-08-20)Alert me
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| Aug. 20, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |
| Aug. 19, 2026 | Read third time and amended. Ordered to second reading. |
| Aug. 11, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |
| Aug. 10, 2026 | From committee: Be ordered to second reading pursuant to Senate Rule 28.8. |
| Aug. 03, 2026 | In committee: Hearing postponed by committee. |