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Introduced
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
In Committee
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This measure would recognize February 2026 as the centennial anniversary of Black History Month, urge all citizens to join in celebrating the accomplishments of African Americans during Black History Month, and encourage the people of California to recognize the many talents of African Americans and the achievements and contributions they make to their communities to create equity and equality for education, economics, and social justice. The measure would recognize the significance in protecting the fundamental human rights enshrined in the United States Constitution and its Amendments, the United States Bill of Rights, and the California Constitution, as specified. The measure would also affirm the commitment of the Legislature all people are equal and shall be treated with respect and dignity and shall enjoy the equal application of the law for which the Legislature has been entrusted.
AI Summary
This joint resolution recognizes February 2026 as the centennial anniversary of Black History Month, urging all citizens to celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans and encouraging Californians to acknowledge their contributions to creating equity and equality in education, economics, and social justice. It emphasizes the importance of protecting fundamental human rights as outlined in the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, and California Constitution, and affirms the Legislature's commitment to the principle that all people are equal, deserve respect and dignity, and should receive equal application of the law.
Sponsors (12)
Laura Richardson (D)*,
Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D)*,
Akilah Weber Pierson (D)*,
Mia Bonta (D),
Isaac Bryan (D),
Sade Elhawary (D),
Mike Gipson (D),
Corey Jackson (D),
Tina McKinnor (D),
Rhodesia Ransom (D),
LaShae Sharp-Collins (D),
Lori Wilson (D),
Last Action
In Assembly. Held at Desk. (on 02/23/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SCR122 |
| BillText | https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SCR122#99INT |
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