This measure would recognize the contributions of the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador on the 38th Anniversary of his death. The measure also would recognize the contributions of the El Salvadoran community in California and would proclaim March 24, 2018, as the Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero in California.

This measure would recognize the contributions of the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador on the 38th Anniversary of his death. The measure also would recognize the contributions of the El Salvadoran community in California and would proclaim March 24, 2018, as the Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero in California.

This measure would recognize the contributions of the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador on the 38th Anniversary of his death. The measure also would recognize the contributions of the El Salvadoran community in California and would proclaim March 24, 2018, as the Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero in California.

WHEREAS, It is estimated that approximately 900,000 to one million Salvadorans live in California. Salvadorans constitute the second largest Latino community in California, and are now United States citizens, active voters, business owners, and professionals who contribute to the California economy; and

WHEREAS, El Salvador and California share many common interests, and both would benefit from increased trade, investment, tourism, and cultural, educational, and scientific exchanges; and

WHEREAS, The 12-year Salvadoran civil war, which began in the early 1980s and took the lives of over 75,000 Salvadorans, resulted in a massive influx of refugees to California, specifically to Los Angeles and San Francisco; and

WHEREAS, El Salvador and California are linked by the historic cultural relations between its people, and as such, there is an important opportunity to promote economic, commercial, cultural, and business relations; and

WHEREAS, The figure of the late Archbishop of San Salvador, Oscar A. Romero, as the ultimate pastor of the Salvadoran people, represents the moral voice against the injustices and human rights violations that led many Salvadorans to flee their country and seek refuge in the United States, establishing communities in major cities, including the City of Los Angeles, which is currently a sister city to San Salvador; and

WHEREAS, The Salvadoran communities in major cities such as San Francisco and Los Angeles are home to the largest concentration of Salvadoran nationals in the United States, making them inextricably linked to the nation of El Salvador. These communities embrace the memory of Archbishop Romero as a matter of national identity; and

WHEREAS, Archbishop Romeros humble heroism and advocacy for the poor and the persecuted made him the Voice of the Voiceless, especially in light of his constant efforts to stop the violence during the Salvadoran Civil War. Archbishop Romero went so far as to send a letter to United States President Jimmy Carter asking him to stop any American support for the Salvadoran military or political oligarchy that was oppressing its people and committing widespread, egregious human rights violations against the Salvadoran people. Ultimately, Archbishop Romeros calls for the Salvadoran military and security forces to end their acts of violence and the repression of Salvadoran citizens led to his assassination by the extremist elements of the Salvadoran government; and

WHEREAS, Archbishop Romero was declared a martyr by Pope Francis in 2015, paving the way for his beatification, which took place in May 2015, allowing him to be considered for canonization as a saint. Latin American church groups often proclaim Romero an unofficial patron saint of the Americas and El Salvador, and Catholics in El Salvador often refer to him as San Romero, as well as Monsenor Romero. Outside of Catholicism, Romero is honored by other Christian denominations, including the Church of England; and

WHEREAS, On March 7, 2018, Pope Francis took the last major step toward sainthood for the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, an outspoken advocate for the poor who was killed during his countrys civil war; and

WHEREAS, March 24, 2018, is a special occasion, as it will mark the 38th Anniversary of Archbishop Oscar A. Romeros martyrdom; and

WHEREAS, Since Los Angeles became a sister city to San Salvador in January 2005, each year, the City of Los Angeles proclaims March 24 as The Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero, and has joined the Salvadoran community to commemorate that date; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes the important contributions of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero and joins the City of Los Angeles and the Salvadoran community in the state, the government of El Salvador, and millions of people in El Salvador and around the world to pay tribute to his life and teachings; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature proclaims March 24, 2018, as The Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero of El Salvador in California and joins the Salvadoran community in celebrating his life and teachings on the occasion of the 38th Anniversary of his martyrdom; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature, in the spirit of the historic cultural relations between the people of California and El Salvador, hereby recognizes the prolific and lasting example that the Archbishop of San Salvador, Monsenor Oscar A. Romero, has left for people throughout the Americas; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

WHEREAS, It is estimated that approximately 900,000 to one million Salvadorans live in California. Salvadorans constitute the second largest Latino community in California, and are now United States citizens, active voters, business owners, and professionals who contribute to the California economy; and

WHEREAS, El Salvador and California share many common interests, and both would benefit from increased trade, investment, tourism, and cultural, educational, and scientific exchanges; and

WHEREAS, The 12-year Salvadoran civil war, which began in the early 1980s and took the lives of over 75,000 Salvadorans, resulted in a massive influx of refugees to California, specifically to Los Angeles and San Francisco; and

WHEREAS, El Salvador and California are linked by the historic cultural relations between its people, and as such, there is an important opportunity to promote economic, commercial, cultural, and business relations; and

WHEREAS, The figure of the late Archbishop of San Salvador, Oscar A. Romero, as the ultimate pastor of the Salvadoran people, represents the moral voice against the injustices and human rights violations that led many Salvadorans to flee their country and seek refuge in the United States, establishing communities in major cities, including the City of Los Angeles, which is currently a sister city to San Salvador; and

WHEREAS, The Salvadoran communities in major cities such as San Francisco and Los Angeles are home to the largest concentration of Salvadoran nationals in the United States, making them inextricably linked to the nation of El Salvador. These communities embrace the memory of Archbishop Romero as a matter of national identity; and

WHEREAS, Archbishop Romeros humble heroism and advocacy for the poor and the persecuted made him the Voice of the Voiceless, especially in light of his constant efforts to stop the violence during the Salvadoran Civil War. Archbishop Romero went so far as to send a letter to United States President Jimmy Carter asking him to stop any American support for the Salvadoran military or political oligarchy that was oppressing its people and committing widespread, egregious human rights violations against the Salvadoran people. Ultimately, Archbishop Romeros calls for the Salvadoran military and security forces to end their acts of violence and the repression of Salvadoran citizens led to his assassination by the extremist elements of the Salvadoran government; and

WHEREAS, Archbishop Romero was declared a martyr by Pope Francis in 2015, paving the way for his beatification, which took place in May 2015, allowing him to be considered for canonization as a saint. Latin American church groups often proclaim Romero an unofficial patron saint of the Americas and El Salvador, and Catholics in El Salvador often refer to him as San Romero, as well as Monsenor Romero. Outside of Catholicism, Romero is honored by other Christian denominations, including the Church of England; and

WHEREAS, On March 7, 2018, Pope Francis took the last major step toward sainthood for the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, an outspoken advocate for the poor who was killed during his countrys civil war; and

WHEREAS, March 24, 2018, is a special occasion, as it will mark the 38th Anniversary of Archbishop Oscar A. Romeros martyrdom; and

WHEREAS, Since Los Angeles became a sister city to San Salvador in January 2005, each year, the City of Los Angeles proclaims March 24 as The Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero, and has joined the Salvadoran community to commemorate that date; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes the important contributions of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero and joins the City of Los Angeles and the Salvadoran community in the state, the government of El Salvador, and millions of people in El Salvador and around the world to pay tribute to his life and teachings; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature proclaims March 24, 2018, as The Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero of El Salvador in California and joins the Salvadoran community in celebrating his life and teachings on the occasion of the 38th Anniversary of his martyrdom; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature, in the spirit of the historic cultural relations between the people of California and El Salvador, hereby recognizes the prolific and lasting example that the Archbishop of San Salvador, Monsenor Oscar A. Romero, has left for people throughout the Americas; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

WHEREAS, It is estimated that approximately 900,000 to one million Salvadorans live in California. Salvadorans constitute the second largest Latino community in California, and are now United States citizens, active voters, business owners, and professionals who contribute to the California economy; and

WHEREAS, El Salvador and California share many common interests, and both would benefit from increased trade, investment, tourism, and cultural, educational, and scientific exchanges; and

WHEREAS, The 12-year Salvadoran civil war, which began in the early 1980s and took the lives of over 75,000 Salvadorans, resulted in a massive influx of refugees to California, specifically to Los Angeles and San Francisco; and

WHEREAS, El Salvador and California are linked by the historic cultural relations between its people, and as such, there is an important opportunity to promote economic, commercial, cultural, and business relations; and

WHEREAS, The figure of the late Archbishop of San Salvador, Oscar A. Romero, as the ultimate pastor of the Salvadoran people, represents the moral voice against the injustices and human rights violations that led many Salvadorans to flee their country and seek refuge in the United States, establishing communities in major cities, including the City of Los Angeles, which is currently a sister city to San Salvador; and

WHEREAS, The Salvadoran communities in major cities such as San Francisco and Los Angeles are home to the largest concentration of Salvadoran nationals in the United States, making them inextricably linked to the nation of El Salvador. These communities embrace the memory of Archbishop Romero as a matter of national identity; and

WHEREAS, Archbishop Romeros humble heroism and advocacy for the poor and the persecuted made him the Voice of the Voiceless, especially in light of his constant efforts to stop the violence during the Salvadoran Civil War. Archbishop Romero went so far as to send a letter to United States President Jimmy Carter asking him to stop any American support for the Salvadoran military or political oligarchy that was oppressing its people and committing widespread, egregious human rights violations against the Salvadoran people. Ultimately, Archbishop Romeros calls for the Salvadoran military and security forces to end their acts of violence and the repression of Salvadoran citizens led to his assassination by the extremist elements of the Salvadoran government; and

WHEREAS, Archbishop Romero was declared a martyr by Pope Francis in 2015, paving the way for his beatification, which took place in May 2015, allowing him to be considered for canonization as a saint. Latin American church groups often proclaim Romero an unofficial patron saint of the Americas and El Salvador, and Catholics in El Salvador often refer to him as San Romero, as well as Monsenor Romero. Outside of Catholicism, Romero is honored by other Christian denominations, including the Church of England; and

WHEREAS, On March 7, 2018, Pope Francis took the last major step toward sainthood for the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, an outspoken advocate for the poor who was killed during his countrys civil war; and

WHEREAS, March 24, 2018, is a special occasion, as it will mark the 38th Anniversary of Archbishop Oscar A. Romeros martyrdom; and

WHEREAS, Since Los Angeles became a sister city to San Salvador in January 2005, each year, the City of Los Angeles proclaims March 24 as The Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero, and has joined the Salvadoran community to commemorate that date; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes the important contributions of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero and joins the City of Los Angeles and the Salvadoran community in the state, the government of El Salvador, and millions of people in El Salvador and around the world to pay tribute to his life and teachings; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature proclaims March 24, 2018, as The Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero of El Salvador in California and joins the Salvadoran community in celebrating his life and teachings on the occasion of the 38th Anniversary of his martyrdom; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature, in the spirit of the historic cultural relations between the people of California and El Salvador, hereby recognizes the prolific and lasting example that the Archbishop of San Salvador, Monsenor Oscar A. Romero, has left for people throughout the Americas; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

 THIRD READING 

Bill No: ACR 199

Author: Carrillo (D), et al.

Introduced: 3/12/18

Vote: 21

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: Read and adopted, 3/22/18

SUBJECT: Archbishop Oscar A. Romero: 38th Anniversary of his death

SOURCE: Author

DIGEST:

This resolution recognizes the contributions of the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador on the 38th Anniversary of his death. This resolution also recognizes the contributions of the El Salvadoran community in California and proclaims March 24, 2018, as the Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero in California.

ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. The 12-year Salvadoran civil war, which began in the early 1980s and took the lives of over 75,000 Salvadorans, resulted in a massive influx of refugees to California, specifically to Los Angeles and San Francisco.
2. The figure of the late Archbishop of San Salvador, Oscar A. Romero, as the ultimate pastor of the Salvadoran people, represents the moral voice against the injustices and human rights violations that led many Salvadorans to flee their country and seek refuge in the United States, establishing communities in major cities, including the City of Los Angeles, which is currently a sister city to San Salvador.
3. Archbishop Romero’s humble heroism and advocacy for the poor and the persecuted made him the “Voice of the Voiceless,” especially in light of his constant efforts to stop the violence during the Salvadoran Civil War. Archbishop Romero went so far as to send a letter to United States President Jimmy Carter asking him to stop any American support for the Salvadoran military or political oligarchy that was oppressing its people and committing widespread, egregious human rights violations against the Salvadoran people. Ultimately, Archbishop Romero’s calls for the Salvadoran military and security forces to end their acts of violence and the repression of Salvadoran citizens led to his assassination by the extremist elements of the Salvadoran government.
4. Archbishop Romero was declared a martyr by Pope Francis in 2015, paving the way for his beatification, which took place in May 2015, allowing him to be considered for canonization as a saint. Latin American church groups often proclaim Romero an unofficial patron saint of the Americas and El Salvador, and Catholics in El Salvador often refer to him as “San Romero,” as well as “Monseñor Romero.” Outside of Catholicism, Romero is honored by other Christian denominations, including the Church of England.
5. Since Los Angeles became a sister city to San Salvador in January 2005, each year, the City of Los Angeles proclaims March 24 as “The Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero,” and has joined the Salvadoran community to commemorate that date.

This resolution:

1. Recognizes the important contributions of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero and joins the City of Los Angeles and the Salvadoran community in the state, the government of El Salvador, and millions of people in El Salvador and around the world to pay tribute to his life and teachings.
2. Proclaims March 24, 2018, as “The Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero of El Salvador in California” and joins the Salvadoran community in celebrating his life and teachings on the occasion of the 38th Anniversary of his martyrdom.
3. Recognizes, in the spirit of the historic cultural relations between the people of California and El Salvador, the prolific and lasting example that the Archbishop of San Salvador, Monseñor Oscar A. Romero, has left for people throughout the Americas.

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

SUPPORT: (Verified 4/11/18)

None received

OPPOSITION: (Verified 4/11/18)

None received

Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520

4/11/18 14:43:08

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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING

ATR Bill Id:ACR 199

Author:(Carrillo)

As Introduced Ver:March 12, 2018

Majority vote

SUMMARY: Proclaims March 24, 2018, as the Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero in California and recognizes the contributions of the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador on the 38th Anniversary of his death. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. It is estimated that approximately 900,000 to one million Salvadorans live in California and Salvadorans constitute the second largest Latino community in California, who are now United States citizens, active voters, business owners, and professionals who contribute to the California economy.
2. The 12-year Salvadoran civil war, which began in the early 1980s and took the lives of over 75,000 Salvadorans, resulted in a massive influx of refugees to California, specifically to Los Angeles and San Francisco.
3. Archbishop Romero's humble heroism and advocacy for the poor and the persecuted made him the "Voice of the Voiceless," especially in light of his constant efforts to stop the violence during the Salvadoran Civil War.
4. El Salvador and California are linked by the historic cultural relations between its people, and as such, there is an important opportunity to promote economic, commercial, cultural, and business relations.
5. The figure of the late Archbishop of San Salvador, Oscar A. Romero, as the ultimate pastor of the Salvadoran people, represents the moral voice against the injustices and human rights violations that led many Salvadorans to flee their country and seek refuge in the United States, establishing communities in major cities, including the City of Los Angeles, which is currently a sister city to San Salvador.
6. Since Los Angeles became a sister city to San Salvador in January 2005, each year, the City of Los Angeles proclaims March 24 as "The Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero," and has joined the Salvadoran community to commemorate that date.
7. Archbishop Romero was declared a martyr by Pope Francis in 2015, paving the way for his beatification, which took place in May 2015, allowing him to be considered for canonization as a saint; and, on March 7, 2018, Pope Francis took the last major step toward sainthood for the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador.
8. March 24, 2018, is a special occasion, as it will mark the 38th anniversary of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero's martyrdom.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0002619

Date of Hearing: March 19, 2018

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON

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SUMMARY: Proclaims March 24, 2018, as the Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero in California and recognizes the contributions of the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador on the 38th Anniversary of his death. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. It is estimated that approximately 900,000 to one million Salvadorans live in California and Salvadorans constitute the second largest Latino community in California, who are now United States citizens, active voters, business owners, and professionals who contribute to the California economy.
2. The 12-year Salvadoran civil war, which began in the early 1980s and took the lives of over 75,000 Salvadorans, resulted in a massive influx of refugees to California, specifically to Los Angeles and San Francisco.
3. Archbishop Romero’s humble heroism and advocacy for the poor and the persecuted made him the “Voice of the Voiceless,” especially in light of his constant efforts to stop the violence during the Salvadoran Civil War.
4. El Salvador and California are linked by the historic cultural relations between its people, and as such, there is an important opportunity to promote economic, commercial, cultural, and business relations.
5. The figure of the late Archbishop of San Salvador, Oscar A. Romero, as the ultimate pastor of the Salvadoran people, represents the moral voice against the injustices and human rights violations that led many Salvadorans to flee their country and seek refuge in the United States, establishing communities in major cities, including the City of Los Angeles, which is currently a sister city to San Salvador.
6. Since Los Angeles became a sister city to San Salvador in January 2005, each year, the City of Los Angeles proclaims March 24 as “The Day of Remembrance of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero,” and has joined the Salvadoran community to commemorate that date.
7. Archbishop Romero was declared a martyr by Pope Francis in 2015, paving the way for his beatification, which took place in May 2015, allowing him to be considered for canonization as a saint; and, on March 7, 2018, Pope Francis took the last major step toward sainthood for the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador.
8. March 24, 2018, is a special occasion, as it will mark the 38th anniversary of Archbishop Oscar A. Romero’s martyrdom.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

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