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AB 2009 eases plasma center licensing rules and expands donor ID requirements

Original title: Blood banks and plasma centers.

August 30, 2026

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Where This Stands

Currently Unknown. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Introduced.

Last action
In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.May 6, 2026

Version history & redline

3 versions on file

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Comparing 02/17/26 - Introduced04/23/26 - Amended Assembly
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The Frame

What this does

These changes impact how plasma collection centers operate and maintain their state licenses, potentially reducing administrative closures while setting new standards for donor identification and medical supervision.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

plasma collection centers

These facilities must comply with new notification requirements for leadership changes and updated medical supervision standards.

paid blood donors

Donors have more options for the types of government-issued photo identification they can present to receive payment.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 30, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

AB 2009 prevents the automatic revocation of plasma center licenses during leadership changes if the facility provides timely notice, while also expanding the types of government-issued photo IDs accepted for paid blood donors. The bill further authorizes medical directors to delegate specific health screening duties to other licensed professionals and requires additional oversight for digital protein testing.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will my plasma center be forced to close if our manager leaves?
Under AB 2009, the license will not be automatically revoked if the owner provides written notice to the state within 5 days and submits an application for a new lead within 30 days.
What forms of ID can I use to donate plasma for payment?
You can use a photographic driver's license or ID issued by the DMV, or photographic identification issued by another state, a federal agency, or a tribal government.

Why It Matters

These changes impact how plasma collection centers operate and maintain their state licenses, potentially reducing administrative closures while setting new standards for donor identification and medical supervision.

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Administrative Flexibility

The bill shifts from a rigid 'automatic revocation' model to a notice-based compliance model for leadership changes in plasma centers.

Connected Entities

organizationState Department of Public HealthThe state agency responsible for licensing and overseeing blood banks and plasmaMap →
organizationDepartment of Motor VehiclesThe agency that issues identification documents used for donor verification.Map →

Sources

Open source document

openstates.org

Analysis Score

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  • Controversy15
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  • Entertainment5
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