Asm. Kate Sanchez

Existing law prohibits unlawfully causing a fire by recklessly setting fire to, burning, or causing to be burned, any structure, forest land, or property. A violation of this prohibition that causes great bodily injury, that causes an inhabited structure or property to burn, or that causes a fire of a structure or forest land is punishable either as a felony or a misdemeanor. This bill would make the above-described violations punishable only as a felony including a fine not to exceed $10,000. By increasing the punishment of a crime, this bill would impose a state-mandated local program. The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement. This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.

Existing law recognizes the California Interscholastic Federation ("CIF") to be a voluntary organization that consists of school and school-related personnel with responsibility for administering interscholastic athletic activities in secondary schools. Existing law requires the CIF to report, as provided, to the appropriate policy committees of the Legislature and the Governor on its goals and objectives with regard to, and the status of, among other things, gender equity in interscholastic athletics, including, but not limited to, the number of male and female pupils participating in interscholastic athletics in secondary schools, and actions it has taken in order to ensure compliance with Title IX of the federal Education Amendments of 1972. This bill would require the CIF to amend its constitution, bylaws, and policies to prohibit a pupil whose sex was assigned male at birth from participating on a girls' interscholastic sports team.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 23 is a ceremonial resolution commemorating César Chávez's life and legacy. It honors his work as a farmworker rights leader, including his role in founding the United Farm Workers and organizing key strikes and marches. The resolution has no binding legal effect - it simply recognizes his contributions through formal acknowledgment in the California legislature. It does not create new policies or affect any individuals or groups directly.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes), introduced by California Assembly Members Caloza, Aguiar-Curry, Haney, and Valencia. It formally honors Major League Baseball Opening Day 2025, celebrates California's historical ties to baseball (including its five MLB teams and 2,380 MLB players born in the state), and declares California "The Baseball State." The resolution has no legal effect or new requirements - it simply recognizes the sport's cultural and economic significance to California.

Maddy summaryHR 17 is a California Assembly resolution recognizing the success of the B.O.O.T.S. program (Bridging Outstanding Opportunities with Tradeswomen Skills), a four-week preapprenticeship initiative for women interested in carpentry. The resolution highlights the program's 74% graduation rate and its role in preparing women for union carpentry careers, noting 74% of graduates are hired by signatory contractors. It does not create new laws or provide funding, but formally acknowledges the program's contribution to increasing women's participation in the trades. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Assembly on March 24, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 24) recognizes March 2025 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in California. It formally acknowledges the work of self-advocates, families, direct support professionals, regional centers, and service providers who support individuals with developmental disabilities. The resolution highlights existing state programs like the Lanterman Act and emphasizes community inclusion, self-determination, and person-centered services without creating new laws or funding. As a symbolic resolution, it has no direct policy impact or new requirements for affected individuals or entities.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 15) is a ceremonial measure declaring April 28, 2025, as "The Power of Us Day" in California. It recognizes women's leadership through the annual "Power of Us" event, which brings together women's leadership organizations and celebrates women's contributions in business, government, and community roles. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funding - it solely serves to honor women leaders and their impact, referencing statistics about women's underrepresentation in leadership positions. As a symbolic gesture, it directly affects no specific group through policy changes, but aims to highlight existing efforts supporting women's leadership advancement.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 18, passed by the California Assembly, recognizes March 21, 2025, as International Day of Nowruz. The resolution acknowledges Nowruz - a 3,000-year-old celebration of the spring equinox observed by over 300 million people globally - as a symbol of renewal and cultural unity, particularly for Afghan, Iranian, and Central Asian communities in California. It highlights California's large Afghan and Iranian populations (including 54% of U.S. Iranian immigrants) and the historical significance of Nowruz in Persian culture. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture to honor this tradition and extend well-wishes for a peaceful Nowruz to all Californians.

Maddy summaryACR 19 is a symbolic resolution that designates February 20, 2025, as "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day" in California. It does not create new laws or directly affect individuals, but commemorates efforts to encourage girls and women to pursue engineering careers. The resolution highlights statistics showing women remain underrepresented in engineering (holding 15% of jobs and 22-31% of relevant degrees) and aligns with national initiatives supporting gender diversity in STEM fields. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal force but serves to raise awareness about gender gaps in engineering.

This measure would designate February 28, 2025, 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.