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The registration deadline for businesses covered under California’s Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act (SB 54) is fast approaching. On May 1, 2026, the final regulations for the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program established by the Act became effective; a copy of the final regulations has not yet been posted. Producers now have…

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On March 17, 2026, a coalition of 18 food industry groups and trade associations brought suit in California federal court challenging the constitutionality of California’s “Truth in Labeling” law (SB 343). Plaintiffs seek a declaration that SB 343 is unconstitutional and a preliminary injunction to prevent enforcement of the law while the suit…