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Senate committee advances bill to tighten cannabis testing authority
Summary
AB 19 65 would expand Department of Cannabis Control authority over testing labs and raise product-safety enforcement; industry operators supporting consistent testing standards urged the committee to pass it and the panel moved the bill to Appropriations.
Assembly Bill 19 65, introduced by Assemblymember Collins, would strengthen the Department of Cannabis Control’s authority over testing labs and modernize product-safety standards for California’s legal cannabis market. Collins argued the regulatory framework needs greater powers to ensure consumers are protected from contaminated or unsafe products.
Amy Jenkins of the California Cannabis Operators Association, which represents roughly 500 licensees, told the committee that consistent and vigorous testing is essential to public confidence and fair competition. "Maintaining public confidence in that system is critical not only to protecting consumers but also ensuring the long-term success of California's regulated market," Jenkins said.
Committee members expressed general support and the author asked for an aye vote. Senator Archuleta moved the bill to the Senate Appropriations Committee; a roll call was taken and the motion carried.
Supporters argued the bill will close enforcement gaps and level the playing field for compliant businesses; no lead opposition was presented in committee testimony.
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