ARTICLE 4. Personal Flotation Devices [116023. - 116023.5.]

Cal. Health and Safety Code - HSC 4.
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Cal. Health and Safety Code - HSC § 116023. Section 116023.

For purposes of this article, “wearable personal flotation device” means a lifejacket, puddle jumper, water wings, or other flotation device designed to be worn or attached to the body of an infant or child.

Cal. Health and Safety Code - HSC § 116023.5. Section 116023.5.

On or after January 1, 2026, a person or entity shall not manufacture, sell, distribute, deliver, hold, or offer for sale in commerce in this state a wearable personal flotation device that is not approved by the United States Coast Guard.
Source: CA Legislative Counsel Bulk DataURL: https://downloads.leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/pubinfo_2025.zipFetched: 6/27/2026

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