Maddy summaryThis bill designates the month of June as Dairy Month throughout California. It directly affects the state by officially recognizing the dairy industry during this specific time period. The measure requires no changes to laws or regulations, as it serves only as a symbolic proclamation.
This measure would encourage the chief administrator of each public building or facility owned by the state, a county, or a municipality to display the 9/11 Remembrance Flag on September 11 of each year and to prescribe procedures necessary for its display. The measure would declare that any public official or chief administrator of a public building or facility may accept a donation of one or more 9/11 Remembrance Flags for the purpose of display at a public building or facility owned by the state, a county, or a municipality.
This measure would call on the state's Representatives in Congress to continue to support investments in the federal Local Food for Schools and Child Care program and would call on the President of the United States to work with Congress to support family farmers who produce fresh, locally sourced food for school meals.
Maddy summaryCalifornia House Resolution 138 designates the week of October 4 through October 10, 2026, as National 4-H Week throughout the state. The resolution encourages citizens to recognize the impact of the 4-H program, which is described as the largest youth development organization in the United States. It highlights how the program, delivered by the University of California Cooperative Extension, helps young people develop leadership skills through hands-on projects in health, science, agriculture, and civic engagement.
Maddy summaryCalifornia House Resolution 134 designates the month of November as "California's First-Generation College Celebration Month." The resolution honors students whose parents did not complete a bachelor's degree and recognizes the specific academic and financial challenges they often face. It also highlights the importance of federal and state support programs, such as Pell Grants and the Educational Opportunity Program, in helping these students succeed in higher education.
Maddy summaryThis California House Resolution declares September 2026 as Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Awareness Month to highlight the challenges faced by families with newborns requiring extended hospital care. The bill notes that approximately 17,500 to 22,500 infants in the state experience NICU stays longer than two weeks each year, which can strain parental bonding and financial stability. It encourages individuals, businesses, and organizations to support parents in securing adequate time for bonding and home care after discharge. The resolution also directs copies of the text to be sent to the Governor and the Director of Employment Development for distribution.
Maddy summaryCalifornia House Resolution 130 recognizes March 21, 2026, as the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The resolution cites historical context and current challenges in education, employment, criminal justice, and healthcare to highlight the impact of racial bias. It formally declares racism a public health crisis and commits the Assembly to actively participating in efforts to dismantle it.
Maddy summaryCalifornia Assembly Resolution 86 proclaims the week of September 1 through 7, 2026, as Canine "K-9" Appreciation Week to honor police dogs and their handlers. The resolution cites the historical growth of canine units in California and highlights their contributions to law enforcement, such as apprehending suspects, detecting narcotics, and locating missing persons. It also notes that these teams often reduce the need for lethal force and engage with the public through community demonstrations.
This measure would proclaim April 10, 2026, as Dolores Huerta Day in California and would encourage all public schools and educational institutions to conduct exercises remembering her, recognizing her accomplishments, and familiarizing pupils with her contributions to California.
Maddy summaryCalifornia House Resolution 136 designates the second week of September each year as Home Hardening Week to promote fire safety measures for residents. The resolution cites rising wildfire risks and insurance costs as reasons for encouraging homeowners to use fire-resistant building materials and manage defensible space around their properties. It urges local organizations and county boards of supervisors to distribute information about these protective steps, which studies suggest can significantly increase the likelihood that a home survives a wildfire.
