Relative to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
This House Resolution recognizes the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026 and encourages communities across California to participate in related celebrations and educational events. The measure honors the contributions of all individuals who have helped build the nation, with specific attention to those whose stories have historically been overlooked. It calls for reflection on both the achievements and shortcomings of American democracy while reaffirming a commitment to creating a more inclusive union. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal statement of the legislature's values and intent.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
Assembly Passage
Jun 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 25, 2026
Last action Jun 29, 2026
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Total actions
5
Key actions
2
Committee
1
Amendments
2
Jun 29, 2026
Lower · Passed
Read. Adopted. (Page 5911.).
lower
Jun 22, 2026
Lower · Passed
From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to Third Reading. (Ayes 8. Noes 0.) (June 22).
lower
Mar 2, 2026
Committee
Referred to Com. on RLS.
lower
Feb 25, 2026
Introduced
Introduced.
lower
1 primary · 70 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Sharon Quirk-Silva
DDemocratic
Co
Alex Lee
DDemocratic
Co
Ali Macedo
RRepublican
Co
Ash Kalra
DDemocratic
Co
Avelino Valencia
DDemocratic
Co
Blanca Pacheco
DDemocratic
Co
Blanca Rubio
DDemocratic
Co
Buffy Wicks
DDemocratic
Co
Carl DeMaio
RRepublican
Co
Catherine Stefani
DDemocratic
Co
Cecilia Aguiar-Curry
DDemocratic
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