AB-1287
Consumer Protection

Beer: labeling: temporary licensing.

Introduced
CA
2025-2026 Regular Session
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Key Takeaways

  • Exempts temporary beer vendors at special events from draught beer labeling requirements.
  • Prohibits all alcohol vendors from misrepresenting products by selling different beer than advertised.
  • Authorizes state regulators to seize and dispose of mislabeled draught beer.
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Bill has been formally introduced and read for the first time in its house of origin (2/21/2025)
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Summary

Assembly Member Fong's proposal to modify California's beer labeling requirements carves out new flexibility for temporary event vendors while reinforcing consumer protection standards across the industry. The measure amends state alcoholic beverage control law to exempt special event temporary retail licenses from certain draught beer labeling requirements that apply to permanent establishments.

The legislation maintains existing prohibitions on product misrepresentation, explicitly barring all licensees from advertising one beer product while serving another to consumers. Under the amended rules, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control retains authority to seize and dispose of any draught beer displayed in violation of labeling standards. This enforcement mechanism applies to both permanent establishments and temporary vendors, though the latter now operate under modified display requirements during special events.

The measure addresses the distinct operational conditions of temporary beer vendors at festivals, fairs and other special events while preserving the state's core product transparency requirements. By tailoring regulations to different retail contexts, the proposal aims to accommodate the practical constraints of short-term beer service without compromising accurate product representation to consumers.

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Introduced By

Mike Fong
Mike FongD
California State Assembly Member

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Key Dates

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Referred to the Assembly Standing Committee on Appropriations
Next Step
Assembly Committee
Referred to the Assembly Standing Committee on Appropriations
Hearing scheduled for , 1021 O Street, Room 1100
Assembly Governmental Organization Hearing
Assembly Committee
Assembly Governmental Organization Hearing
Assembly Governmental Organization Hearing
Introduced. To print.
Assembly Floor
Introduced. To print.
Introduced. To print.

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Joaquin ArambulaD
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Buffy WicksD
Assembly Member
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Lisa CalderonD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Mike FongD
Assembly Member
Bill Author
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Diane DixonR
Assembly Member
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Joaquin ArambulaD
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Buffy WicksD
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Lisa CalderonD
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Mike FongD
Assembly Member
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Diane DixonR
Assembly Member
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Gregg HartD
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Blanca PachecoD
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Gail PellerinD
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Kate SanchezR
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Jessica CalozaD
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Mark GonzalezD
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Heather HadwickR
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Jose SolacheD
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Sade ElhawaryD
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Key Takeaways

  • Exempts temporary beer vendors at special events from draught beer labeling requirements.
  • Prohibits all alcohol vendors from misrepresenting products by selling different beer than advertised.
  • Authorizes state regulators to seize and dispose of mislabeled draught beer.

Get Involved

Act Now!

This bill was recently introduced. Email the authors to let them know what you think about it.

Introduced By

Mike Fong
Mike FongD
California State Assembly Member

Summary

Assembly Member Fong's proposal to modify California's beer labeling requirements carves out new flexibility for temporary event vendors while reinforcing consumer protection standards across the industry. The measure amends state alcoholic beverage control law to exempt special event temporary retail licenses from certain draught beer labeling requirements that apply to permanent establishments.

The legislation maintains existing prohibitions on product misrepresentation, explicitly barring all licensees from advertising one beer product while serving another to consumers. Under the amended rules, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control retains authority to seize and dispose of any draught beer displayed in violation of labeling standards. This enforcement mechanism applies to both permanent establishments and temporary vendors, though the latter now operate under modified display requirements during special events.

The measure addresses the distinct operational conditions of temporary beer vendors at festivals, fairs and other special events while preserving the state's core product transparency requirements. By tailoring regulations to different retail contexts, the proposal aims to accommodate the practical constraints of short-term beer service without compromising accurate product representation to consumers.

10% progression
Bill has been formally introduced and read for the first time in its house of origin (2/21/2025)
Probability of Passing
We're working on it! Check back later.

Key Dates

Next Step
Referred to the Assembly Standing Committee on Appropriations
Next Step
Assembly Committee
Referred to the Assembly Standing Committee on Appropriations
Hearing scheduled for , 1021 O Street, Room 1100
Assembly Governmental Organization Hearing
Assembly Committee
Assembly Governmental Organization Hearing
Assembly Governmental Organization Hearing
Introduced. To print.
Assembly Floor
Introduced. To print.
Introduced. To print.

Community Outlook

No votes yet
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0%
Negative
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Latest Voting History

Invalid DateTime
PASS
Assembly Committee
Assembly Governmental Organization Hearing
AyesNoesNVRTotalResult
210122PASS

Relevant Contacts

Profile
Joaquin ArambulaD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Buffy WicksD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Lisa CalderonD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
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Mike FongD
Assembly Member
Bill Author
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Diane DixonR
Assembly Member
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
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Joaquin ArambulaD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Buffy WicksD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
Profile
Lisa CalderonD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Mike FongD
Assembly Member
Bill Author
Profile
Diane DixonR
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Gregg HartD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Blanca PachecoD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Gail PellerinD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Kate SanchezR
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Tri TaR
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Jessica CalozaD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
Profile
Mark GonzalezD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Heather HadwickR
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Jose SolacheD
Assembly Member
Committee Member
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Sade ElhawaryD
Assembly Member
Committee Member