California Seed Law: annual registration fee: Seed Advisory Board.
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Two Thirds
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No
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No
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes the annual registration fee for seed sellers in California under the California Seed Law. Currently, the fee is $40, but the bill would increase it to $100, with the possibility of annual increases up to $50, capped at a total of $300 per year. These fees are collected by the Department of Food and Agriculture and used to support the Seed Law’s operations.
Key provisions
- Increases the annual seed registration fee from $40 to $100.
- Allows for annual increases of up to $50 in the registration fee.
- Sets a maximum total registration fee of $300 per year.
- Requires the Secretary of Food and Agriculture to consult with the Seed Advisory Board before making fee changes.
- The fee increases apply to fiscal years beginning July 1st.
Who is affected
- Seed sellers in California
- The Department of Food and Agriculture
- Agricultural businesses
Notable changes
- Increases the existing seed registration fee.
- Establishes a mechanism for annual fee adjustments.
Fiscal impact
This bill would make an appropriation for the increased registration fees collected.
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