Takes Effect

Takes effect

California Food, farms and animals

Rice Commission's purpose now includes keeping rice fields for wildlife habitat

State law now says the California Rice Commission is also needed to keep enough rice acreage planted each year to support the state's wildlife habitat goals. Its existing marketing and research roles stay the same.

Who it affects

California rice growers and the California Rice Commission

When

This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.

Official text

California AB 1551: California Rice Commission: purpose.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.

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