California Business and Professions Code

§ 19103

BPC § 19103 Effective Jan 1, 2024Div. 8 · Ch. 3 · Art. 5.5

Statute text

(a)The bureau shall enforce and ensure compliance with Sections 19101 and 19101.5.

(b)(1) The bureau shall provide the Department of Toxic Substances Control with a selection of samples from products regulated under this article to test for compliance with Section 19101. The bureau shall select samples based on consultation with the Department of Toxic Substances Control, taking into account a range of manufacturers and types of products regulated under this article. The bureau shall integrate these testing requirements into the existing testing program described in subdivision (c) of Section 19094.

(2)(A) If the Department of Toxic Substances Control’s testing shows that any reupholstered furniture or new, not previously owned juvenile products, mattresses, or upholstered furniture is in violation of Section 19101, the bureau may assess fines for violations against manufacturers of the product for the violation. The bureau shall reimburse the Department of Toxic Substances Control for the cost of testing for the presence of covered flame retardant chemicals pursuant to this article.

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Legislative history

Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 461, Sec. 3. (AB 1059) Effective January 1, 2024.