AB-1489
Justice & Public Safety

Peace officers.

Introduced
CA
2025-2026 Regular Session
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Key Takeaways

  • Prohibits peace officers from carrying firearms when their blood alcohol level is above 0.00%, whether on or off duty.
  • Requires all law enforcement agencies to implement a zero-tolerance alcohol policy for armed officers.
  • Exempts officers from the alcohol restriction while conducting undercover operations.
  • Mandates state reimbursement to local agencies for costs of implementing these new requirements.

Summary

Assembly Member Bryan's proposal to regulate peace officers' firearm possession establishes a zero-tolerance blood alcohol policy for law enforcement personnel carrying weapons. The measure requires law enforcement agencies to prohibit officers from carrying firearms when their blood alcohol concentration exceeds 0.00%, applying to both on-duty and off-duty situations.

The legislation defines "carry" as having direct physical control of or being physically connected to a firearm, including when holstered and affixed to an officer's person. The policy includes a specific exemption for officers conducting undercover assignments while on duty, recognizing the distinct operational requirements of these roles.

Under the measure's provisions, local law enforcement agencies must develop and implement policies aligned with these new requirements. The bill addresses potential fiscal impacts by providing for state reimbursement to local agencies and school districts if the Commission on State Mandates determines the measure creates state-mandated costs.

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 has not been scheduled yet
Assembly Public Safety Hearing
Assembly Committee
Assembly Public Safety Hearing
Assembly Public Safety Hearing
Introduced. To print.
Assembly Floor
Introduced. To print.
Introduced. To print.

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Joaquin ArambulaD
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Buffy WicksD
Assemblymember
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Lisa CalderonD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Isaac BryanD
Assemblymember
Bill Author
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Mike FongD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
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Isaac BryanD
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Introduced By

Isaac Bryan
Isaac BryanD
California State Assembly Member
10% progression
Bill has been formally introduced and read for the first time in its house of origin (2/21/2025)

Latest Voting History

April 29, 2025
PASS
Assembly Committee
Assembly Public Safety Hearing
AyesNoesNVRTotalResult
5139PASS

Key Takeaways

  • Prohibits peace officers from carrying firearms when their blood alcohol level is above 0.00%, whether on or off duty.
  • Requires all law enforcement agencies to implement a zero-tolerance alcohol policy for armed officers.
  • Exempts officers from the alcohol restriction while conducting undercover operations.
  • Mandates state reimbursement to local agencies for costs of implementing these new requirements.

Get Involved

Act Now!

Email the authors or create an email template to send to all relevant legislators.

Introduced By

Isaac Bryan
Isaac BryanD
California State Assembly Member

Summary

Assembly Member Bryan's proposal to regulate peace officers' firearm possession establishes a zero-tolerance blood alcohol policy for law enforcement personnel carrying weapons. The measure requires law enforcement agencies to prohibit officers from carrying firearms when their blood alcohol concentration exceeds 0.00%, applying to both on-duty and off-duty situations.

The legislation defines "carry" as having direct physical control of or being physically connected to a firearm, including when holstered and affixed to an officer's person. The policy includes a specific exemption for officers conducting undercover assignments while on duty, recognizing the distinct operational requirements of these roles.

Under the measure's provisions, local law enforcement agencies must develop and implement policies aligned with these new requirements. The bill addresses potential fiscal impacts by providing for state reimbursement to local agencies and school districts if the Commission on State Mandates determines the measure creates state-mandated costs.

10% progression
Bill has been formally introduced and read for the first time in its house of origin (2/21/2025)

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 has not been scheduled yet
Assembly Public Safety Hearing
Assembly Committee
Assembly Public Safety Hearing
Assembly Public Safety Hearing
Introduced. To print.
Assembly Floor
Introduced. To print.
Introduced. To print.

Latest Voting History

April 29, 2025
PASS
Assembly Committee
Assembly Public Safety Hearing
AyesNoesNVRTotalResult
5139PASS

Contacts

Profile
Joaquin ArambulaD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Buffy WicksD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Lisa CalderonD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Isaac BryanD
Assemblymember
Bill Author
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
Profile
Mike FongD
Assemblymember
Committee Member
Not Contacted
Not Contacted
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Joaquin ArambulaD
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Buffy WicksD
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Lisa CalderonD
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Isaac BryanD
Assemblymember
Bill Author
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Mike FongD
Assemblymember
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Diane DixonR
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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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Tri TaR
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Jessica CalozaD
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Mark GonzalezD
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Heather HadwickR
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Jose SolacheD
Assemblymember
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Sade ElhawaryD
Assemblymember
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