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AB 1042

The Cannella Environmental Farming Act of 1995: Managed Honeybee Health Program.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Heather Hadwick and 1 co-sponsor

California bill establishing managed honeybee health standards for agriculture passed legislature unanimously but was vetoed by Governor; veto reconsideration pending.

Consideration of Governor's veto stricken from file.
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Bill Summary · AB 1042

Legislative bill overview

AB 1042, the Cannella Environmental Farming Act of 1995: Managed Honeybee Health Program, establishes state standards and support mechanisms for honeybee health management in California agriculture. The bill passed both chambers with unanimous Senate support (78-0) but was vetoed by the Governor in October 2025, with reconsideration of that veto currently pending.

Why is this important

Honeybees are critical pollinators for California's $5+ billion agricultural industry, with roughly one-third of food crops depending on bee pollination. Declining bee populations due to disease, pesticides, and habitat loss threaten agricultural productivity and food security, making managed hive health programs economically significant for the state's farming sector.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory burden on farmers: New managed honeybee health requirements could increase compliance costs and administrative complexity for agricultural operations, particularly small and mid-sized farms with limited resources
  • Governor's veto rationale: The veto suggests concerns about state overreach, fiscal impact, or existing regulatory frameworks—without stated reasons, the underlying policy disagreement remains unclear
  • Implementation specifics unclear: The bill summary doesn't detail specific mandates, funding mechanisms, or enforcement procedures, leaving questions about feasibility and resource allocation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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