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 Senate Committee to Hear AB 1585

American Wine - Truth in Labeling Legislation 

SACRAMENTO, CA – June 21, 2026 – AB 1585 (Connolly & Ransom) will be heard in the Senate Governmental Organization Committee on Tuesday, June 23. This bill, co-sponsored by the California Association of Winegrape Growers and Family Winemakers of California, would require wine labeled as “American” be made entirely from American-grown grapes. 

Hearing details for those interested in attending in-person:  

• Who: California winegrape growers, vintners, and industry professionals 
• What: Senate Governmental Organization Committee Hearing
• Where: 1021 O Street, Room 1200 
• When: Tuesday, June 23 at 9:00 am 

Governmental Organization Committee | Agenda 

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About the California Association of Winegrape Growers:

CAWG is a statewide nonprofit trade association advocating for California's winegrape growers to ensure the sustainability of the winegrape industry. CAWG promotes the industry’s long-term success by advancing the adoption of sound public policies and fostering awareness and understanding of winegrape growers’ contributions to the economy, environment, and California communities. Learn more at cawg.org

About Family Winemakers of California: Founded in 1990, Family Winemakers of California is a statewide organization representing the interests of family-owned and independent wineries. With a mission rooted in advocacy, access, and education, FWC continues to champion the needs of independent producers who are the backbone of California’s wine economy. Learn more at familywinemakers.us

Media Contacts:

• California Association of Winegrape Growers – Megan Bell, 
  o: (916) 379-8995, c: (925) 413-2654, Megan@cawg.org
• Family Winemakers of California – GinaLisa Tamayo, (707) 321-9158, GinaLisa.Tamayo@jfwmail.com