 SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) -- California is joining the health crusade against artery-clogging trans fats.
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed legislation Friday that will prohibit restaurants and other "food facilities" from using oil, margarine and shortening containing trans fats.
In a statement, Schwarzenegger noted that consuming trans fat is linked to coronary heart disease.
"Today we are taking a strong step toward creating a healthier future for California," he said.
Violations could result in fines of $25 to $1,000. Food sold in their manufacturers' sealed packaging would be exempt.
New York City and Philadelphia have ordinances banning trans fats, but Schwarzenegger's office says California is the first state to adopt such a law.
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KCBS' Chris Filippi Reports
