California § 25996 - Commencing January 1, 2015, a shelled egg shall not be sold or contracted for sal
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§ 25996. Commencing January 1, 2015, a shelled egg shall not be sold or contracted for sal
Commencing January 1, 2015, a shelled egg shall not be sold or contracted for sale for human consumption in California if the seller knows or should have known that the egg is the product of an egg-laying hen that was confined on a farm or place that is not in compliance with animal care standards set forth in Chapter 13.8 (commencing with Section 25990).
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 25996
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 25996 cover?
Section 25996 ("Commencing January 1, 2015, a shelled egg shall not be sold or contracted for sal") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 25996?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 25996 apply to my situation?
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