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This bill, the California Youth Empowerment Act, would create the California Youth Empowerment Commission in state government. The commission would be composed of 13 voting commissioners between 14 and 25 years of age, with members appointed by the Governor, Senate, and Assembly, as well as several ex officio, non-voting members. The commission would serve in an advisory capacity, providing meaningful opportunities for civic engagement and making recommendations to the Legislature, Superintendent of Public Instruction, and Governor on various legislative and fiscal issues affecting youth, such as education, healthcare, homelessness, and racial equity. The bill would also authorize the commission to draft resolutions and model legislation, provide testimony, conduct public hearings, and award prizes or grants. Additionally, the bill would establish the Youth Empowerment Commission Fund in the State Treasury to support the commission's activities, and require the Department of Finance to determine if sufficient funds have been provided before implementation.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

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