This measure proclaims March 19 as California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day.

This measure proclaims March 19 as California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day.

This measure proclaims March 19 as California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day.

WHEREAS, The month of March is Womens History Month and celebrates the significant contributions women of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds have made to the world; and

WHEREAS, Women play a critical role in the vitality and diversity of our communities, and are essential to ensuring California is well-represented; and

WHEREAS, While the twentieth century was a pivotal time of growth for women entering politics, women remain underrepresented in male-dominated fields, and, thus, providing opportunities to support women in public office is imperative; and

WHEREAS, Recognizing women in public office will bring awareness to the fundamental necessity of their work and will inspire other young people to serve their communities; now; therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims March 19 to be California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature calls upon the people of California to unite as we support the success of women in public office and observe every March 19 with appropriate activities, events, and programs.

WHEREAS, The month of March is Womens History Month and celebrates the significant contributions women of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds have made to the world; and

WHEREAS, Women play a critical role in the vitality and diversity of our communities, and are essential to ensuring California is well-represented; and

WHEREAS, While the twentieth century was a pivotal time of growth for women entering politics, women remain underrepresented in male-dominated fields, and, thus, providing opportunities to support women in public office is imperative; and

WHEREAS, Recognizing women in public office will bring awareness to the fundamental necessity of their work and will inspire other young people to serve their communities; now; therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims March 19 to be California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature calls upon the people of California to unite as we support the success of women in public office and observe every March 19 with appropriate activities, events, and programs.

WHEREAS, The month of March is Womens History Month and celebrates the significant contributions women of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds have made to the world;

WHEREAS, Women play a critical role in the vitality and diversity of our communities, and are essential to ensuring California is well-represented;

WHEREAS, While the twentieth century was a pivotal time of growth for women entering politics, women remain underrepresented in male-dominated fields, and, thus, providing oppotunities to support women in public office is imperative;

WHEREAS, Recognizing women in public office will bring awareness to the fundamental necessity of their work and will inspire other young people to serve their communities;

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims March 19 to be California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature calls upon the people of California to unite as we support the success of women in public office and observe every March 19 with appropriate activities, events, and programs.

 THIRD READING 

Bill No: ACR 195

Author: Irwin (D), et al.

Introduced: 3/7/18

Vote: 21

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: Read and adopted, 3/19/18

SUBJECT: California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day

SOURCE: Fiona Ma, Member, Board of Equalization

National Foundation for Women Legislators

DIGEST:

This resolution proclaims March 19 as California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day.

ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. The month of March is Women's History Month and celebrates the significant contributions women of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds have made to the world.
2. Women play a critical role in the vitality and diversity of our communities, and are essential to ensuring California is well-represented.
3. While the twentieth century was a pivotal time of growth for women entering politics, women remain underrepresented in male-dominated fields, and, thus, providing opportunities to support women in public office is imperative.
4. Recognizing women in public office will bring awareness to the fundamental necessity of their work and will inspire other young people to serve their communities.

This resolution proclaims March 19 as California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day, and calls upon the people of California to unite as we support the success of women in public office and observe every March 19 with appropriate activities, events, and programs.

Comments

According to the author,

There is a need to celebrate the accomplishments of women who have paved the way in politics and government. In addition, it must be recognized that a gender gap continues to exist, especially in the state of California.

While the twentieth century was a pivotal time for women entering politics and government, women remain largely underrepresented in California. According to a 2017 report by the Center for American Women and Politics, only 22.5% of the California State Legislature is comprised of women elected officials. When compared to other state legislatures in the country, California is ranked 30th in female representation. Considering that nearly 50.3% of Californians are women, there is still work to be done.

The purpose of this resolution is to celebrate women in public office, bring awareness to the gender disparity that remains, and to inspire young women to become more civically engaged.

FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No

SUPPORT: (Verified 4/3/18)

Fiona Ma, Member, Board of Equalization (co-source)

National Foundation for Women Legislators (co-source)

OPPOSITION: (Verified 4/3/18)

None received

Prepared by: Jonas Austin / SFA / (916) 651-1520

4/4/18 16:16:14

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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING

ATR Bill Id:ACR 195

Author:(Irwin)

As Introduced Ver:March 7, 2018

Majority vote

SUMMARY: Proclaims March 19 as California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. The month of March is Women's History Month and celebrates the significant contributions women of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds have made to the world.
2. Women play a critical role in the vitality and diversity of our communities, and are essential to ensuring California is well-represented.
3. While the twentieth century was a pivotal time of growth for women entering politics, women remain underrepresented in male-dominated fields, and, thus, providing opportunities to support women in public office is imperative.
4. Recognizing women in public office will bring awareness to the fundamental necessity of their work and will inspire other young people to serve their communities.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0002617

Date of Hearing: March 15, 2018

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES

Ken Cooley, Chair

ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 195

Author:(Irwin) – As Introduced Ver:March 7, 2018

SUBJECT: California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day

SUMMARY: Proclaims March 19 as California Celebrating Women in Public Office Day. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. The month of March is Women’s History Month and celebrates the significant contributions women of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds have made to the world.
2. Women play a critical role in the vitality and diversity of our communities, and are essential to ensuring California is well-represented.
3. While the twentieth century was a pivotal time of growth for women entering politics, women remain underrepresented in male-dominated fields, and, thus, providing opportunities to support women in public office is imperative.
4. Recognizing women in public office will bring awareness to the fundamental necessity of their work and will inspire other young people to serve their communities.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:

Support

Fiona Ma, State Board of Equalization, Second District

National Foundation for Women Legislators

Opposition

None on file

Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800