California 20252026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

SB 651 — Food and agriculture.

Last action — Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.

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  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed Assembly
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    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 20, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Summary

Existing law, in civil actions, requires the provisions of the Food and Agricultural Code to be liberally construed to accomplish specified purposes. Existing law, in criminal actions, requires the provisions of the Food and Agricultural Code to be construed according to the fair import of their terms, as provided. This bill would make nonsubstantive changes to the above-described provisions involving the construction of the provisions of the Food and Agricultural Code.

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The changes in Bill SB 651 include the addition of new information or provisions that clarify certain aspects of the legislation. There are also some sections that have been removed to streamline the bill and make it more straightforward. These updates aim to improve clarity and ensure the bill is easier to understand and implement. Overall, these changes help make the legislative process more efficient and transparent for everyone involved.

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Action History

  1. Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.

  2. Referred to Com. on RLS.

  3. From printer. May be acted upon on or after March 23.

  4. Introduced. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. To print.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 121 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (121)

121 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Subjects

agriculture
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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 651 do?
Existing law, in civil actions, requires the provisions of the Food and Agricultural Code to be liberally construed to accomplish specified purposes. Existing law, in criminal actions, requires the provisions of the Food and Agricultural Code to be construed according to the fair import of their terms, as provided. This bill would make nonsubstantive changes to the above-described provisions involving the construction of the provisions of the Food and Agricultural Code.
Who sponsors SB 651?
SB 651 is sponsored by Grove, Shannon (Republican).
What is the current status of SB 651?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 20, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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