# Many Battery-Powered Devices Are About To Get More Expensive In This US State

> As we turn the page on a new year, the state of California is rolling out several new laws and regulations. While some legislation has little impact on our day-to-day lives, many laws do — we all stop at red lights and…

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2069359/2026-new-california-batteries-fee/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=695dabd22c23cfecba4886ba)
- **Published:** 2026-01-07
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #battery #laws #state #california #devices #expensive #powered #acid
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