Asm. Dawn Addis

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors Major League Baseball Opening Day 2026 and celebrates the sport's deep historical and cultural significance within California. It acknowledges the state's status as home to five MLB teams and recognizes the contributions of players, coaches, staff, and fans to the community. The text expresses gratitude to team owners and executives for their investment in the franchises while pledging continued support for baseball in the state. Ultimately, the bill serves as a commemorative statement rather than enacting new laws or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution recognizes March 21, 2026, as the International Day of Nowruz in California to honor the Persian New Year celebrated by over 300 million people globally. The bill highlights Nowruz as a 3,000-year-old tradition symbolizing renewal, peace, and community unity that is observed by diverse groups including Afghan, Iranian, Armenian, and Jewish communities, as well as Americans of various backgrounds. By formally acknowledging this date, the resolution aims to celebrate cultural heritage and strengthen ties among different peoples within the state.

Existing law designates specific days as holidays in this state, including Cesar Chavez Day on March 31, and requires the Governor to annually proclaim March 31 as Cesar Chavez Day. This bill would instead designate March 31 as Farmworkers Day and would require the Governor to annually proclaim March 31 as Farmworkers Day. This bill would declare that it is to take effect immediately as an urgency statute.

Under existing law, the Public Utilities Commission has the exclusive power to, among other things, determine and prescribe the manner and the terms of installation, operation, maintenance, use, and protection of railroad crossings. Existing law prohibits the construction of a public road, highway, or street across the track of any railroad corporation at grade and other specified actions with regard to railroad crossings without the permission of the commission. Existing law requires the commission to adopt an expedited review and approval process for ratesetting proceedings for an exempt railroad crossing application, as defined. Existing law requires the commission, upon initiating a ratesetting proceeding, to determine whether the proceeding is for an exempt railroad crossing application, and if so, to issue a proposed resolution pursuant to the expedited review and approval process. Existing law requires the proposed resolution to be publicly noticed on the commission's voting agenda and to be subject to public comment. This bill would additionally require the proposed resolution to be publicly noticed on a publicly accessible website.

This measure would recognize February 2026 as the centennial anniversary of Black History Month, urge all citizens to join in celebrating the accomplishments of African Americans during Black History Month, and encourage the people of California to recognize the many talents of African Americans and the achievements and contributions they make to their communities to create equity and equality for education, economics, and social justice. The measure would recognize the significance in protecting the fundamental human rights enshrined in the United States Constitution and its Amendments, the United States Bill of Rights, and the California Constitution, as specified. The measure would also affirm the commitment of the Legislature all people are equal and shall be treated with respect and dignity and shall enjoy the equal application of the law for which the Legislature has been entrusted.

Maddy summaryThis bill, House Resolution 83, is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes March 2026 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in California. It does not create new laws or change funding but instead serves to honor the progress made in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, such as autism and intellectual disabilities, and their families. The resolution salutes the contributions of self-advocates, service providers, regional centers, and families who work together to improve community inclusion and quality of life. Additionally, it directs the Assembly's Chief Clerk to send copies of the resolution to the bill's author for distribution.

This measure would designate February 28, 2026, as Rare Disease Day and, with respect to rare diseases and disorders, would recognize the importance of improving awareness, encouraging accurate and early diagnosis, and supporting national and global efforts to develop effective treatments, diagnostics, and cures.

Maddy summaryACR 127 designates February 2-6, 2026, as National School Counseling Week. This is a symbolic resolution recognizing the role of school counselors, with no new policies or funding changes. It directly affects no specific group but aims to raise awareness for school counseling services during that week. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Assembly on February 5, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally declares March 2026 as Women's History Month in California. It aims to honor the historical and ongoing contributions of women across various fields such as business, science, and civil rights. The resolution does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves to recognize and celebrate the achievements of women throughout history.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 2026 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in California to highlight the disease's impact and promote screening efforts. It directly affects all Californians by encouraging early detection through regular check-ups and new testing options, particularly for younger adults and underserved communities facing higher risks. The resolution aims to increase public knowledge about prevention and treatment advancements without mandating specific actions or funding changes.