Asm. Lisa Calderon

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 19, 2026, as World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day within the state of California. It serves as a commemorative resolution intended to raise awareness about the condition on a specific date. The measure does not create new laws, funding, or administrative requirements but simply establishes an official day of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes May 2026 as Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month in California. It commends the community for its historical contributions to the state and nation while acknowledging the hardships they have faced, such as discrimination and internment. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture to celebrate the achievements and diverse cultures of over 7.3 million Asian and Pacific Islander Americans living in California. As a commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or change government operations but rather directs the Assembly to acknowledge this specific month of observance.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 2026 as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month in California to highlight the challenges faced by people living with this progressive neurodegenerative disease. The resolution calls on the public to support research, advocate for increased funding, and show solidarity with patients and their families. It does not create new laws or change government programs but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about ALS.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution officially designates May 4, 2026, as Star Wars Day in California. The bill honors the science fiction franchise created by George Lucas, highlighting his connection to Modesto and the series' cultural impact. It serves as a commemorative measure to recognize the fan celebration that began with the pun "May the Fourth be with you."

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution designates the week of May 5 as Cinco de Mayo Week to honor the historical victory of Mexican forces at the Battle of Puebla and the contributions of Latinos in California. The bill recognizes the role of Latino Americans in defending democratic institutions, both during the American Civil War and in supporting the Republic of Mexico against French intervention. It highlights the cultural, economic, and civic achievements of the Latino community while urging Californians to celebrate the holiday with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

This measure would designate the portion of State Route 94 from Potrero Valley Road to Bell Valley Truck Trail in the County of San Diego as the Border Patrol Agent Daniel H. Salazar Memorial Highway. The measure would request the Department of Transportation to determine the cost of appropriate signs showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources covering that cost, to erect those signs.

This measure would designate a specified portion of State Route 101 in the County of Humboldt as the Assembly Member Patty Berg Memorial Highway. The measure would request that the Department of Transportation determine the cost of appropriate signs showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources sufficient to cover the cost, to erect those signs.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution designates April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in California and formally recognizes April 30, 2025, as Denim Day. It encourages all Californians to wear jeans on Denim Day to symbolize that no one "invites" or "deserves" sexual assault, reinforcing the message that a survivor’s clothing is never relevant to consent. The resolution references California’s existing law (AB 939, 2021), which prohibits using a survivor’s attire as evidence of consent in sexual assault cases. As a symbolic gesture - not a new law - it aims to raise public awareness and support survivors, aligning with California’s established victim-centered approach to sexual violence.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution encourages California high schools to participate in High School Voter Education Weeks, a designated period from September 14 to 25, 2026. The measure asks school administrators to promote voter preregistration and registration for eligible students, designate coordinators to lead civic engagement activities, and participate in the statewide Student Mock Election. It also reminds schools that students in grades 6 through 12 may take an excused absence to attend civic events with prior notice. The resolution does not change existing laws but serves as a formal recommendation to boost youth participation in the upcoming 2026 general election.

This measure would, among other things, designate March 2026 as Irish American Heritage Month in honor of 102 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Ireland and would commemorate the multitude of contributions that Irish Americans have made to this country and state.