Existing law requires the California Community Colleges, on or before July 1, 2027, to adopt a common course numbering system for all general education requirement courses and transfer pathway courses, and requires each community college campus, on or before July 1, 2027, to incorporate common course numbers from the adopted system into its course catalog. This bill would require, on …
Existing law regulates potentially dangerous and vicious dogs. Existing law requires the chief officer of a public animal shelter or animal control department, or the head of a local law enforcement agency, if probable cause exists to believe that a dog is potentially dangerous or vicious, to petition the superior court for a hearing in a limited civil proceeding to …
Existing law, the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, authorizes the forfeiture and seizure of property involved in, or purchased with the proceeds from, a controlled substance offense. Existing law authorizes a police or sheriff's department, the Department of Justice, or the Department of the California Highway Patrol to, with an order from the court, destroy controlled substances, instruments, or paraphernalia, as …
This measure would declare May 25, 2026, as Missing Children's Day in the State of California, recognize the efforts of families, law enforcement, and organizations that work to bring missing children home, and proclaim that every child deserves a safe childhood.
A resolution to propose to the people of the State of California an amendment to the Constitution of the State, by adding Section 8 to Article X thereof, relating to water.
An act to amend Sections 31621 and 31622 of, and to add Section 31625.5 to, and repeal Section 31624 of, the Food and Agricultural Code, relating to dogs.
An act to amend Sections 186, 186.1, 186.3, 186.4, 186.5, 186.6, 186.7, and 186.8 of, and to add Section 186.8a to, the Penal Code, relating to crimes.
An act to amend Section 14581 of, and to add Section 14549.8 to, the Public Resources Code, relating to recycling, and making an appropriation therefor.
An act to add Chapter 2.10 (commencing with Section 18980) to Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to behavioral health centers, facilities, and programs.
An act to add Article 7.5 (commencing with Section 41984) to Chapter 3 of Part 4 of Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code, and to add Section 21080.82 to the Public Resources Code, relating to environmental hazards.
An act to amend Sections 1725, 1750, 1750.1, 1753, 1753.5, 1753.52, 1754.5, and 1755 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to healing arts, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
An act to add Article 7 (commencing with Section 3130) to Chapter 4 of Division 3 of, and to repeal Section 3133 of, the Labor Code, and to add and repeal Sections 17053.92 and 23684 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to apprenticeships.
Existing law creates the Office of Farm to Fork within the Department of Food and Agriculture, and requires the office, to the extent that resources are available, to work with various entities, including, among others, the agricultural industry and other …
This measure would declare the month of June 2026 as Alzheimer's Disease and Brain Awareness Month, and would urge all Californians to commemorate the month of June 2026 as Alzheimer's Disease and Brain Awareness Month.
This measure would encourage the chief administrator of each public building or facility owned by the state, a county, or a municipality to display the 9/11 Remembrance Flag on September 11 of each year and to prescribe procedures necessary for …
This measure would designate November 1, 2025, as Fernando Valenzuela Day, to highlight the positive impact his legacy created in the Latino and Hispanic community.
This measure would proclaim the month of May 2025 as California Tourism Month and would urge the citizens of this great state to support tourism and local businesses by traveling in the state as an act of civic pride.
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires a lead agency, as defined, to prepare, or cause to be prepared, and certify the completion of an environmental impact report on a project that it proposes to carry out or approve that …
This measure would designate the portion of State Route 101 in the County of Santa Clara from Story Road to the junction with State Highway Route 280 and State Highway Route 680 as the Little Saigon Freeway. The measure also …
(1) Beginning on July 1, 2026, for the financial aid award year of 2026–27 and each award year thereafter, existing federal law establishes the federal Workforce Pell Grant program to award grants to eligible students who are enrolled, or accepted …
Existing law authorizes an unmarried person who is under 18 years of age to marry upon obtaining a court order granting permission and the written consent of at least one of the parents or the guardian of each underage party …
Existing law authorizes a judge in a case where a misdemeanor is being prosecuted, over the objection of the prosecuting attorney, to offer diversion to the defendant. Existing law prohibits this type of diversion when, among other things, the current …
This measure would recognize the importance of access to local and state parks, trails, open space, and facilities for the health, wellness, development, inspiration, and safety of all Californians and would declare the month of July 2026 as "Parks Make …
This measure would recognize June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth and would urge the people of California to join in celebrating Juneteenth as a day to honor and reflect on the significant role that African Americans have played in the history …
This measure would recognize August 26, 2026, as Women's Equality Day and its historic importance to women's rights, including the battle to attain those rights in the past, present, and future.
This measure would, among other things, recognize antimicrobial resistance as a public health crisis requiring urgent and sustained action and urge specified state agencies to explore available funding mechanisms to support research and development initiatives addressing antimicrobial resistance, particularly in …
Existing law establishes the State Department of Education under the administration of the Superintendent of Public Instruction and assigns to the department numerous responsibilities relating to the governance of the public elementary and secondary schools in the state. This bill …
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires a lead agency, as defined, to prepare, or cause to be prepared, and certify the completion of an environmental impact report on a project that it proposes to carry out or approve that …
This measure would proclaim the week of April 19, 2026, to April 25, 2026, inclusive, to be California Cities Week, and would encourage all Californians to be involved in their communities and be civically engaged with their local government.
Existing law, the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937, prescribes retirement benefits for members of specified county and district retirement systems. Existing law establishes the Deferred Retirement Option Program as an optional benefit program for specified safety members of those …
This measure would designate a specified overcrossing on State Route 15 in the County of San Diego as the United States Navy Sailor Noah Tobin Memorial Overcrossing. The measure would request the Department of Transportation to determine the cost of …
This resolution would state, among other things, that the Legislature supports the establishment of a Mexican Consulate in the County of Kern to strengthen the state's relationship with Mexico and empower immigrant communities.
(1) Existing law establishes the Pierce's Disease Control Program in the Department of Food and Agriculture, and the Pierce's Disease Management Account in the Department of Food and Agriculture Fund. Existing law allows certain money in this account to be …
This measure would proclaim March 9, 2026, as Special Olympics Day in California, and congratulate Team NorCal and Team SoCal for their accomplishments thus far and wish them success in the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
This measure would proclaim March 15, 2026, to March 21, 2026, inclusive, as California Down Syndrome Awareness Week and March 21, 2026, as California Down Syndrome Day, and would encourage all Californians to support and participate in related activities.
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 …
This measure would designate the week of March 15, 2026, to March 21, 2026, inclusive, as Family Physician Week, recognize the invaluable contributions of family physicians to California's health care system, and encourage continued investment in primary care to strengthen …
This measure would designate February 28, 2026, 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 …
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 …
This measure would recognize and commend the California Association of Future Farmers of America for its nearly 100 years of service to students, educators, and the agricultural industry and would honor members, advisors, alumni, and supporters of the association for …
This measure would recognize February 24, 2026, as a Day of Solidarity with Ukraine, honoring the resilience of the Ukrainian people and acknowledging the ongoing impact of the war on youth, families, and communities.
This measure would proclaim the week of April 20, 2026, to April 24, 2026, inclusive, as California Home Visiting Week, and would encourage all Californians to recognize and celebrate the contributions of home visiting programs and professionals and the families …
This measure would proclaim March 2026 as American Red Cross Month, dedicate it to all those who continue to advance the noble legacy of the organization's founder, and encourage all Californians to reach out, support the organization's humanitarian mission, and …
This measure would recognize May 4, 2026, to May 8, 2026, inclusive, and every first week of May thereafter, as Black Health Equity Advocacy Week, and commend the California Black Health Network and other organizations throughout the state for their …
Existing law requires the California Law Revision Commission to study, and limits the commission to studying, topics approved by resolution of the Legislature or by statute. This measure would grant approval to the commission to continue its study of designated …
The Public Employees' Retirement Law (PERL) establishes the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) to provide a defined benefit to members of the system based on final compensation, credited service, and age at retirement, subject to certain variations. Existing law creates …
This measure would proclaim the month of April 2026 as Black April Memorial Month and encourage the Vietnamese Heritage and Freedom Flag to be flown throughout the state.
Existing law requires the State Department of Public Health to develop a coordinated state strategy for addressing the health-related needs of women, as specified. This bill, the Rural Farmworker Women's Health Act of 2026, would require the department to, beginning …
(1) Existing law prohibits a permanent school employee from being dismissed, except for one or more of certain enumerated causes, including egregious misconduct, and prescribes specific procedures for dismissals and suspensions based solely on acts of egregious misconduct. Existing law …
Existing law requires the governing board of a school district to have general control of, and be responsible for, all aspects of the interscholastic athletic policies, programs, and activities in its school district, as provided, and requires the governing board …
This measure would recognize and affirm the important role of artists, arts organizations, creative arts therapists, and arts for health initiatives in supporting behavioral health, promoting recovery, strengthening community resilience, and contributing to public safety. The measure would encourage and …
This measure would designate May 11, 2026, as Vietnam Human Rights Day in support of efforts to achieve freedom and human rights for the people of Vietnam. The measure would encourage Californians to commemorate the day with appropriate activities, including, …
This measure would recognize the significance of Vesak Day to people of Buddhist faith and extend sincere best wishes to the state's Buddhist community in celebrating Vesak Day.
The California Constitution provides that the University of California constitutes a public trust, and requires the university to be administered by the Regents of the University of California, a corporation in the form of a board, with full powers of …
This measure would recognize the importance of California Native American Day, celebrated this year on September 25, 2026, and the annual California Indian Cultural Awareness Conference, to the enhancement of awareness of California Indian culture.
This measure would proclaim May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month in California and would commend the Jewish American community for its profound contributions to California's growth, innovation, and diversity, and would state that the Legislature encourages all Californians to …
This measure would proclaim the month of October 2026 as Italian American Heritage Month, and, among other things, encourage all citizens, schools, public institutions, and community organizations in California to observe Italian American Heritage Month with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and …
Existing law vests the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission (Energy Commission) with the exclusive jurisdiction to certify thermal powerplants with a generating capacity of 50 megawatts or more. Existing law prohibits the Energy Commission from certifying a nuclear …
This measure would recommit to formalizing the sister state relationship between the State of Jalisco in Mexico and the State of California, as specified.
This measure would declare the month of June 2026 to be Portuguese Heritage Month and would recognize June 10, 2026, as the Day of Portugal and May 25, 2026, as the Day of the Azores.
This measure would express the intent of the Legislature to formalize a sister state relationship between the State of Zacatecas in Mexico and the State of California, in recognition of their shared heritage, economic opportunities, and mutual commitment to prosperity, …
This measure would establish a formal sister state relationship between the State of California and Lagos State, Nigeria, to promote collaboration across key strategic areas.
Existing law creates the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Program to address deferred maintenance on the state highway system and the local street and road system. Existing law provides for the deposit of various moneys, including revenues from certain fuel taxes …
This measure would recognize June 19, 2026, as Duanwu Jie, also known as the Dragon Boat Festival, and would celebrate the cultural contributions and rich heritage of the communities who observe this important festival.
Existing law vests the Public Utilities Commission with regulatory authority over public utilities, including electrical corporations. Existing law requires the Wildfire Fund Administrator, in consultation with the commission and other entities, to prepare and submit to the Legislature and the …
Existing law prohibits various acts of abuse toward animals, including, among others, inflicting unnecessary cruelty or abusing an animal in any manner, including, but not limited to, maliciously and intentionally maiming, mutilating, torturing, or wounding an animal. This bill would, …
Existing law establishes the California Community Colleges, the California State University, the University of California, independent institutions of higher education, and private postsecondary educational institutions as the segments of postsecondary education in the state. This bill, which would be known …
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires a lead agency, as defined, to prepare, or cause to be prepared, and certify the completion of, an environmental impact report on a project that it proposes to carry out or approve that …
This measure would extend an invitation to the people and government of the Province of Gauteng in South Africa to enter into a sister state relationship with California, would encourage the strengthening of existing partnerships, and would call upon California's …
Emergency medical services. Exempts state educational institution degree programs primarily focused on emergency medical services from a certain elimination provision.
A resolution to propose to the people of the State of California an amendment to the Constitution of the State, by amending Section 8 of Article V thereof, relating to parole.
An act to amend Section 25218.8 of, to add Section 119407 to, and to add and repeal Section 25218.6 of, the Health and Safety Code, relating to vape products.
An act to add Article 4.95 (commencing with Section 66048) to Chapter 2 of Part 40 of Division 5 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to public postsecondary education.
An act to amend Sections 6700 and 6717 of the Government Code, relating to state holidays, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
An act to add Article 1.9 (commencing with Section 7290) to Chapter 1 of Part 4 of Division 4 of the Food and Agricultural Code, relating to invasive species.
An act to amend Sections 67380, 67381, and 67383 of, to add Section 66281.85 to, and to repeal and add Section 67381.1 of, the Education Code, relating to postsecondary education.
An act to add Article 17 (commencing with Section 69870) to Chapter 2 of Part 42 of Division 5 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to student financial aid, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
An act to amend Sections 4477, 4493, and 4500 of, to add Sections 4497.3 and 21080.49.1 to, and to repeal Section 4503 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to wildfire, and making an appropriation therefor.
An act to amend Sections 5886.5 and 6775 of the Business and Professions Code, and to add Chapter 15 (commencing with Section 66350) to Division 1 of Title 7 of the Government Code, relating to retailers.
An act to amend, repeal, and add Section 25659 of, and to add Sections 25655 and 25657.5 to, the Business and Professions Code, and to add Sections 13353.9 and 23600.5 to the Vehicle Code, relating to crimes.
An act to amend Sections 11836, 11837, 11837.1, and 11837.4 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 1861.025 of the Insurance Code, to amend Sections 191.5 and 1203.44 of the Penal Code, and to amend Sections 13350, 13352, …
An act to amend Sections 13352, 13352.1, 13352.4, 13353.3, 13353.4, 13353.5, 13353.6, 13353.75, 13386, 13390, 23103.5, 23247, 23573, 23575, 23575.3, 23576, and 23597 of, and to add and repeal Section 23575.6 of, the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.
An act to amend Section 90135 of the Public Resources Code, relating to environmental protection, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
An act to add Section 43013.7 to the Health and Safety Code, relating to motor vehicle fuels, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.