Sen. Tom Umberg

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 37 designates April 17-23, 2025, as "Cambodian Genocide Memorial Week" in California. The resolution symbolically honors victims of the Khmer Rouge genocide (1975-1979), which killed over 1.7 million Cambodians, and recognizes the contributions of Cambodian refugees and communities in California. It calls on all Californians to observe the week through appropriate activities but does not create new programs, funding, or legal requirements. The resolution directly affects Californians by encouraging public remembrance of this historical event, particularly acknowledging California's large Cambodian population and Long Beach’s status as the largest Cambodian community outside Southeast Asia.

Maddy summaryCalifornia's Senate passed Senate Resolution 34 (SR 34), declaring April 6-12, 2025, as National Library Week. The resolution encourages all California residents to visit their local libraries during this week to celebrate libraries' roles in providing free access to resources, supporting community engagement, and fostering lifelong learning. It has no binding policy effect and does not create new requirements or affect specific groups.

(1) Existing law prescribes specified procedures to govern actions seeking the restitution for or replacement of a new motor vehicle, or for civil penalties, pursuant to the provisions of the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act or Tanner Consumer Protection Act. Beginning April 1, 2025, existing law will require the consumer to, prior to seeking civil penalties, provide a written notice to the manufacturer that, among other things, demands the manufacturer's restitution for or replacement of the consumer's vehicle. This bill would provide that certain procedures described above would instead become operative on July 1, 2025. The bill would specify that the procedures described above would apply to the manufacturer of a motor vehicle only if the manufacturer elects to be governed by those procedures by reporting the election to the Arbitration Certification Program within the Department of Consumer Affairs. The bill would require a manufacturer that wishes to make this election regarding its motor vehicles sold in the year 2025 and all prior years to make the election within 30 days after the effective date of this bill. Thereafter, the bill would require a manufacturer that wishes to make this election to make an irrevocable election, as specified, regarding motor vehicles sold during the five calendar years following the date of the election. The bill would require the Arbitration Certification Program within the Department of Consumer Affairs, by December 15 of each year, to publish to its website a list of the manufacturers that have elected to be governed by the procedures described above for a period that includes the following calendar year. (2) Under existing law, beginning April 1, 2025, a consumer who demands restitution for or replacement of a new motor vehicle may, if specified conditions are met, instead sell the vehicle and seek remedies against the manufacturer, including civil penalties. This bill would change the operative date of that provision to July 1, 2025. The bill would prohibit a consumer who sells their vehicle after demanding restitution or replacement from seeking civil penalties unless the consumer provides to the prospective buyer or recipient of the vehicle, prior to the sale, written notice of the consumer's basis for seeking restitution or replacement and of any pending action against the manufacturer, as specified. This bill would declare that it is to take effect immediately as an urgency statute.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 24 (SR 24) recognizes March 21, 2025, as "International Day of Nowroz" in California. The resolution symbolically celebrates Nowroz - a cultural new year observed by over 300 million people globally - as a tradition of renewal, peace, and community. It has no policy or financial impact, as it is purely a ceremonial acknowledgment with no binding requirements. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the California Senate on March 20, 2025.

Maddy summaryCalifornia's Senate Concurrent Resolution 15 (SCR 15) proclaims January as "Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month" in the state. This resolution does not create new laws or alter policies but serves as a symbolic designation to raise public awareness about substance use disorder treatment. It follows a series of statements highlighting California's opioid crisis and overdose statistics, though the resolution itself contains no binding provisions. The measure was unanimously adopted by the Senate and filed with the Secretary of State in March 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 15 designates February 2025 as "2-1-1 Month" and February 11, 2025 as "2-1-1 Day" to recognize and promote California's 2-1-1 information and referral service. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but formally encourages public awareness of the free, confidential service that connects residents to community, health, housing, disaster, and other support resources. It acknowledges 2-1-1's role in handling over 2 million annual referrals and supporting emergency response, but the resolution itself has no binding effect on service operations or funding. The measure was unanimously adopted by the Senate on February 27, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 17 designates February 2025 as Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month in California. It encourages schools, communities, families, and youth to hold programs that raise awareness about teen dating violence and teach skills for healthy relationships. The resolution references CDC data showing one in three adolescents experiences dating abuse but does not create new laws or funding. It is a symbolic, non-binding resolution to promote awareness and community action.

Maddy summarySenate Concurrent Resolution 14 designates January 31-February 7, 2025, as CalEITC Awareness Week in California. This procedural resolution does not create new policy or alter the CalEITC program itself; it solely aims to raise public awareness about the existing California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC). The CalEITC is a refundable tax credit for low-income working individuals and families, with benefits reaching nearly 3.5 million filers annually. The resolution follows context about the credit's role in reducing poverty and supporting households, but the resolution itself only serves as a symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 16) designates December 29 as "President Jimmy Carter Day" in California to honor his humanitarian legacy, particularly his 35-year partnership with Habitat for Humanity building affordable housing. It commemorates his work with the Carter Work Project, which helped construct over 4,400 homes globally and inspired volunteerism. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is a ceremonial recognition of Carter's contributions to housing and community service. It was unanimously adopted by the California Senate on February 20, 2025.

Maddy summarySCR 2 designates Cara L. Jenkins as the Legislative Counsel of California, a position responsible for drafting bills and providing legal advice to the legislature. This procedural resolution, adopted unanimously by both chambers on December 2, 2024, formally appoints Jenkins to fill the role under California Government Code Section 10201. It directly affects the legislative process by confirming the individual managing the state legislature's legal operations. The measure has no policy provisions beyond this appointment.