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AB 455 would require disclosure about "third-hand" tobacco and vaping residues for homebuyers; author accepts committee amendment making update funds dependent
Summary
AB 455 (Ortega) would require updates to a guidance handbook and disclosures to inform prospective homebuyers about third-hand smoke and vaping residues in indoor environments; the author accepted committee language making the handbook update subject to availability of funds and emphasized public-health research on persistent indoor residues.
Assemblymember Ortega presented AB 455, a bill to add information about "third-hand smoke" and aerosol residues to homebuyer guidance and disclosures. Ortega said third-hand smoke consists of particles and gases that remain in indoor surfaces, HVAC systems, walls, flooring and furnishings long…
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