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AB 686: Elections: deceptive audio or visual media.
What AB 686 does, verified September 10, 2026
This bill proposes to amend the law to prohibit individuals appointed by the governor to certain positions in the Department of Cannabis Control from receiving any commission or profit from license or permit applications or issuances. This includes individuals appointed to positions such as board members, advisory committee members, and other officials. The law aims to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure the integrity of the licensing process. The bill seeks to maintain the control, regulation, and taxation of adult use of marijuana as established by the 2016 initiative measure.
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Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 1 p.m. (2026-09-09)Alert me
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| Sep. 09, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 1 p.m. |
| Aug. 30, 2026 | Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 63. Noes 14.). |
| Aug. 28, 2026 | From committee: That the Senate amendments be concurred in. (Ayes 6. Noes 2.) (August 28). |
| Aug. 26, 2026 | Joint Rule 62(a), file notice suspended. |
| Aug. 25, 2026 | Re-referred to Com. on ELECTIONS. pursuant to Assembly Rule 77.2. |