Californians for Low Prices
AB 1776
Protecting fair competition and lower prices for every Californian.
More Competition. Lower Prices. More Choices.
When a few giant corporations control too much of the market, Californians pay the price.
AB 1776 helps protect fair competition, hold dominant corporations accountable when they abuse market power, and create more opportunities for small business and all businesses who play by the rules.
Setting the Record Straight
Myths & Facts
Don’t fall for corporate misinformation about AB 1776.
MYTH NO. 01
"AB 1776 will raise prices."
- The Fact
Prices are already too high because too few companies control too much of the market. More competition helps lower costs for consumers.
MYTH NO. 02
"This bill punishes successful companies."
- The Fact
AB 1776 does not punish success. Companies can still grow and compete — they just cannot abuse dominant market power unfairly.
MYTH NO. 03
"This doesn't affect me."
- The Fact
This affects everyday costs like healthcare, food, insurance, and prescription drugs. When competition disappears, prices go up.
MYTH NO. 04
"We already have laws for this."
- The Fact
There is currently a gap in California law. AB 1776 helps close that loophole and gives California stronger tools to protect consumers and competition.
Protect Competition. Lower Costs.
No company should be above the law.
More competition means: