Asm. Rebecca Bauer-Kahan

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a binding law) introduced by California Assembly Member Alanis. It declares May 4, 2025, as "Star Wars Day" in the State of California, recognizing the cultural impact of the franchise and its creator George Lucas, who was born in Modesto. The resolution contains no new policies, funding, or legal requirements - its sole purpose is ceremonial recognition. It was adopted by the California Assembly on May 8, 2025, after committee approval.

This measure would proclaim the month of April 2025 as Black April Memorial Month and encourage the Vietnamese Heritage and Freedom Flag to be flown throughout the state.

This measure would proclaim March 25, 2025, as Women's Equal Pay Day in California in recognition of the need to eliminate the gender gap in earnings by women and to promote policies to ensure equal pay for all.

This measure would recognize the month of March 2025 as the 40th anniversary of the California Supreme Court decision in ARC v. Department of Developmental Services and celebrate the Legislature's 1969 passage of the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act.

Maddy summaryACR 35 is a resolution that would officially designate March 25, 2025, as Greek Independence Day. This measure serves to commemorate the historical significance of the day.

Maddy summaryACR 50 is a commemorative resolution that would officially designate March 24, 2025, as Special Olympics Day across California. This measure aims to recognize and celebrate the Special Olympics program within the state.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution designates May 4-11, 2025, as Cinco de Mayo Week in California. It recognizes the historical significance of Cinco de Mayo, which commemorates the Mexican victory over French forces at Puebla in 1862, and acknowledges the contributions of Latino communities to California's cultural and historical fabric.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill), introduced by Assembly Member Boerner, that recognizes May 7, 2025, as "Bike to School Day" in California. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it formally acknowledges the benefits of biking to school, including environmental and health advantages for students. The resolution cites existing events like Bike to School Day celebrations and National Bike Month in May. It has no direct impact on individuals, schools, or infrastructure, as it serves only to express legislative support for the activity.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 32 designates April 17-23, 2025, as "Cambodian Genocide Memorial Week" in California. It honors survivors of the Khmer Rouge regime (1975-1979), which caused over 1.7 million deaths and destroyed Cambodian culture, and recognizes California’s large Cambodian community, particularly in Long Beach. The resolution calls on all Californians to observe the week through appropriate activities, commemorating the genocide’s 50th anniversary and paying tribute to survivors’ resilience. As a non-binding commemorative resolution, it does not create new policies or obligations.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 8 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the Lunar New Year beginning January 29, 2025, and extending the California Legislature's best wishes for a peaceful and prosperous celebration to all Californians. It acknowledges the cultural significance of the Lunar New Year to California's Asian and Pacific Islander communities, which include nearly 6 million residents of diverse backgrounds. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally expresses the Legislature's support for this cultural observance.