California Table Grape Commission.
- Expands powers of the California Table Grape Commission to conduct research and promote grape sales.
- Increases the maximum assessment on fresh grape shipments from $0.006522 to $0.02 per pound.
- Establishes new procedures for producer grievances and appeals to the Secretary of Food and Agriculture.
- Revises district boundaries and nomination processes for commission members.
Assembly Member Solache's legislation restructures the California Table Grape Commission by modifying its governance, expanding its authority, and increasing its maximum assessment rate. The bill revises district boundaries and nomination procedures for the 21-member commission, which comprises three producers from each of seven districts and one public member appointed by the Secretary of Food and Agriculture.
The commission's powers now extend to accepting and matching external funding, conducting scientific research, and administering industry-related programs. The legislation raises the maximum assessment on fresh grape shipments from $0.006522 to $0.02 per pound, while maintaining an exemption for direct-to-consumer sales under 150 pounds. These funds support commission activities including market development, research, and promotional programs.
The bill establishes new accountability measures, requiring the commission to maintain and certify annual lists of eligible producers for voting purposes. It creates a formal grievance process allowing appeals to the Secretary of Food and Agriculture, whose decisions are subject to judicial review. Legal actions by or against the commission must commence within two years of the relevant event. The commission must undergo a referendum every five years, with specific producer participation and approval thresholds required to continue operations.
 Jose SolacheD Assemblymember | Bill Author |  Not Contacted |
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Introduced By
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | 1 | 0 | 79 | PASS |
- Expands powers of the California Table Grape Commission to conduct research and promote grape sales.
- Increases the maximum assessment on fresh grape shipments from $0.006522 to $0.02 per pound.
- Establishes new procedures for producer grievances and appeals to the Secretary of Food and Agriculture.
- Revises district boundaries and nomination processes for commission members.
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Introduced By
Assembly Member Solache's legislation restructures the California Table Grape Commission by modifying its governance, expanding its authority, and increasing its maximum assessment rate. The bill revises district boundaries and nomination procedures for the 21-member commission, which comprises three producers from each of seven districts and one public member appointed by the Secretary of Food and Agriculture.
The commission's powers now extend to accepting and matching external funding, conducting scientific research, and administering industry-related programs. The legislation raises the maximum assessment on fresh grape shipments from $0.006522 to $0.02 per pound, while maintaining an exemption for direct-to-consumer sales under 150 pounds. These funds support commission activities including market development, research, and promotional programs.
The bill establishes new accountability measures, requiring the commission to maintain and certify annual lists of eligible producers for voting purposes. It creates a formal grievance process allowing appeals to the Secretary of Food and Agriculture, whose decisions are subject to judicial review. Legal actions by or against the commission must commence within two years of the relevant event. The commission must undergo a referendum every five years, with specific producer participation and approval thresholds required to continue operations.
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | 1 | 0 | 79 | PASS |
Jose SolacheD Assemblymember | Bill Author | Not Contacted |