SCR 69: Firefighter Appreciation Month and California Firefighters Memorial Day.
- Session Year: 2017-2018
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2017-09-22
This measure would proclaim the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month and September 30, 2017, as California Firefighters Memorial Day.
This measure would proclaim the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month and September 30, 2017, as California Firefighters Memorial Day.
This measure would proclaim the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month and September 30, 2017, as California Firefighters Memorial Day.
WHEREAS, The California Firefighters Memorial, located on the grounds of the State Capitol, serves to honor and commemorate California firefighters who unwaveringly paid the ultimate price to serve our great state with pride, courage, and honor; and
WHEREAS, Since it was conceived by the California Professional Firefighters more than two decades ago and built through the nonprofit California Fire Foundation, the California Firefighters Memorial has been hallowed ground for the families of our states fallen heroes and their brothers and sisters in the fire service; and
WHEREAS, The California Firefighters Memorial is also a symbol of gratitude and appreciation to the men and women who put their lives on the line each day to protect the people, property, and beauty of California; and
WHEREAS, Each of the more than 1,300 names engraved on the brushed limestone walls of the California Firefighters Memorial serves as a timeless tribute to the finest and bravest of California who have made the ultimate sacrifice as firefighters; and
WHEREAS, Many of the fallen firefighters whose names are etched into the Memorial Wall suffered and ultimately succumbed to diseases, such as occupational cancer, as a result of the hazardous nature of their work; and
WHEREAS, For countless Americans, the month of September calls to mind the image of hundreds of firefighters selflessly rushing into the doomed Twin Towers of the World Trade Center during the attacks of September 11, 2001, and the memory of 343 firefighters who lost their lives that day while trying to save the lives of thousands; and
WHEREAS, On September 30, 2017, hundreds of firefighters and their families from throughout the state will gather in Sacramento with their fellow Californians for the 15th Annual California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony to honor the men and women of the fire service who have unselfishly given their lives in service to and for the protection of California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby proclaims the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month and September 30, 2017, as California Firefighters Memorial Day; and be it further
Resolved, That all Californians are urged to always remember firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty and to express their appreciation to the thousands of firefighters who continue to protect us and our families; and be it finally
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, The California Firefighters Memorial, located on the grounds of the State Capitol, serves to honor and commemorate California firefighters who unwaveringly paid the ultimate price to serve our great state with pride, courage, and honor; and
WHEREAS, Since it was conceived by the California Professional Firefighters more than two decades ago and built through the nonprofit California Fire Foundation, the California Firefighters Memorial has been hallowed ground for the families of our states fallen heroes and their brothers and sisters in the fire service; and
WHEREAS, The California Firefighters Memorial is also a symbol of gratitude and appreciation to the men and women who put their lives on the line each day to protect the people, property, and beauty of California; and
WHEREAS, Each of the more than 1,300 names engraved on the brushed limestone walls of the California Firefighters Memorial serves as a timeless tribute to the finest and bravest of California who have made the ultimate sacrifice as firefighters; and
WHEREAS, Many of the fallen firefighters whose names are etched into the Memorial Wall suffered and ultimately succumbed to diseases, such as occupational cancer, as a result of the hazardous nature of their work; and
WHEREAS, For countless Americans, the month of September calls to mind the image of hundreds of firefighters selflessly rushing into the doomed Twin Towers of the World Trade Center during the attacks of September 11, 2001, and the memory of 343 firefighters who lost their lives that day while trying to save the lives of thousands; and
WHEREAS, On September 30, 2017, hundreds of firefighters and their families from throughout the state will gather in Sacramento with their fellow Californians for the 15th Annual California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony to honor the men and women of the fire service who have unselfishly given their lives in service to and for the protection of California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby proclaims the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month and September 30, 2017, as California Firefighters Memorial Day; and be it further
Resolved, That all Californians are urged to always remember firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty and to express their appreciation to the thousands of firefighters who continue to protect us and our families; and be it finally
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, The California Firefighters Memorial, located on the grounds of the State Capitol, serves to honor and commemorate California firefighters who unwaveringly paid the ultimate price to serve our great state with pride, courage, and honor; and
WHEREAS, Since it was conceived by the California Professional Firefighters more than two decades ago and built through the nonprofit California Fire Foundation, the California Firefighters Memorial has been hallowed ground for the families of our states fallen heroes and their brothers and sisters in the fire service; and
WHEREAS, The California Firefighters Memorial is also a symbol of gratitude and appreciation to the men and women who put their lives on the line each day to protect the people, property, and beauty of California; and
WHEREAS, Each of the more than 1,300 names engraved on the brushed limestone walls of the California Firefighters Memorial serves as a timeless tribute to the finest and bravest of California who have made the ultimate sacrifice as firefighters; and
WHEREAS, Many of the fallen firefighters whose names are etched into the Memorial Wall suffered and ultimately succumbed to diseases, such as occupational cancer, as a result of the hazardous nature of their work; and
WHEREAS, For countless Americans, the month of September calls to mind the image of hundreds of firefighters selflessly rushing into the doomed Twin Towers of the World Trade Center during the attacks of September 11, 2001, and the memory of 343 firefighters who lost their lives that day while trying to save the lives of thousands; and
WHEREAS, On September 30, 2017, hundreds of firefighters and their families from throughout the state will gather in Sacramento with their fellow Californians for the 15th Annual California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony to honor the men and women of the fire service who have unselfishly given their lives in service to and for the protection of California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby proclaims the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month and September 30, 2017, as California Firefighters Memorial Day; and be it further
Resolved, That all Californians are urged to always remember firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty and to express their appreciation to the thousands of firefighters who continue to protect us and our families; and be it finally
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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| Sep 22, 2017 | Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 181, Statutes of 2017. |
| Sep 22, 2017 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 10:30 a.m. |
| Sep 15, 2017 | In Senate. Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Sep 14, 2017 | Coauthors revised. |
| Sep 8, 2017 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to third reading. (Ayes 9. Noes 0.) (September 8). |
| Sep 1, 2017 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Aug 28, 2017 | In Assembly. Held at Desk. |
| Aug 28, 2017 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 38. Noes 0.) Ordered to the Assembly. |
| Aug 23, 2017 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| Jul 18, 2017 | Introduced. Referred to Com. on RLS. |
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| Sep 8, 2017 | Be adopted. To third reading. | Assembly Standing Committee on Rules |
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| Aug 28, 2017 | Senate 3rd Reading SCR69 Cannella | Senate Floor |
Passed |
This list shows positions taken on this bill by organizations on the date displayed, which is linked to the original source.
Positions by individuals are not included.
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| Cal Fire Local 2881 | ** Support | Aug 22, 2017 |
| California Professional Firefighters | ** Support | Sep 7, 2017 |
SENATE THIRD READING
STR Bill Id:SCR 69
Author:(Cannella)
As Introduced Ver:July 18, 2017
Majority vote
SENATE VOTE: 39-0
Committee | Votes | Ayes | Noes |
Rules | 9-0 | Cooley, Cunningham, Cervantes, Friedman, Grayson, Levine, Nazarian, Salas, Waldron |
SUMMARY: Proclaims the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month and September 30, 2017, as California Firefighters Memorial Day. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- The California Firefighters Memorial, located on the grounds of the State Capitol, serves to honor and commemorate California firefighters who unwaveringly paid the ultimate price to serve our great state with pride, courage, and honor.
- The California Firefighters Memorial is also a symbol of gratitude and appreciation to the men and women who put their lives on the line each day to protect the people, property, and beauty of California.
- Each of the more than 1,300 names engraved on the brushed limestone walls of the California Firefighters Memorial serves as a timeless tribute to the finest and bravest of California who have made the ultimate sacrifice as firefighters. Many of those whose names are etched into the Memorial Wall suffered and ultimately succumbed to diseases, such as occupational cancer, as a result of the hazardous nature of their work.
- On September 30, 2017, hundreds of firefighters and their families from throughout the state will gather in Sacramento with their fellow Californians for the 15th Annual California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony to honor the brave men and women of the fire service who have unselfishly given their lives in service to and for the protection of California.
FISCAL EFFECT: None
Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0002172
Date of Hearing: September 8, 2017
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES
Ken Cooley, Chair
SBPCA Bill Id:SCR 69
Author:(Cannella) – As Introduced Ver:
SENATE VOTE:
SUBJECT: Firefighter Appreciation Month and California Firefighters Memorial Day
SUMMARY: Proclaims the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month and September 30, 2017, as California Firefighters Memorial Day. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- The California Firefighters Memorial, located on the grounds of the State Capitol, serves to honor and commemorate California firefighters who unwaveringly paid the ultimate price to serve our great state with pride, courage, and honor.
- The California Firefighters Memorial is also a symbol of gratitude and appreciation to the men and women who put their lives on the line each day to protect the people, property, and beauty of California.
- Each of the more than 1,300 names engraved on the brushed limestone walls of the California Firefighters Memorial serves as a timeless tribute to the finest and bravest of California who have made the ultimate sacrifice as firefighters. Many of those whose names are etched into the Memorial Wall suffered and ultimately succumbed to diseases, such as occupational cancer, as a result of the hazardous nature of their work.
- On September 30, 2017, hundreds of firefighters and their families from throughout the state will gather in Sacramento with their fellow Californians for the 15th Annual California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony to honor the brave men and women of the fire service who have unselfishly given their lives in service to and for the protection of California.
FISCAL EFFECT: None
REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:
Support
California Professional Firefighters (CPF)
Opposition
None on file
Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800
Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | SCR 69 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 69
Introduced: 7/18/17
SUBJECT: Firefighter Appreciation Month and California Firefighters Memorial Day
SOURCE: California Professional Firefighters
DIGEST:
This resolution proclaims the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month and September 30, 2017, as California Firefighters Memorial Day.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- The California Firefighters Memorial, located on the grounds of the State Capitol, serves to honor and commemorate California firefighters who unwaveringly paid the ultimate price to serve our great state with pride, courage, and honor.
- The California Firefighters Memorial is also a symbol of gratitude and appreciation to the men and women who put their lives on the line each day to protect the people, property, and beauty of California.
- Each of the more than 1,300 names engraved on the brushed limestone walls of the California Firefighters Memorial serves as a timeless tribute to the finest and bravest of California who have made the ultimate sacrifice as firefighters.
- For countless Americans, the month of September calls to mind the image of hundreds of firefighters selflessly rushing into the doomed Twin Towers of the World Trade Center during the attacks of September 11, 2001, and the memory of 343 firefighters who lost their lives that day while trying to save the lives of thousands.
This resolution:
- Proclaims the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month and September 30, 2017, as California Firefighters Memorial Day.
- Urges Californians to always remember firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty and to express their appreciation to the thousands of firefighters who continue to protect us and our families.
Related/Prior Legislation
SCR 164 (Leyva, Resolution Chapter 149, Statutes of 2016) proclaimed October 15, 2016, as California Firefighters Memorial Day.
ACR 90 (Irwin, Resolution Chapter 157, Statutes of 2015) proclaimed October 17, 2015, as Firefighters Memorial Day.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
California Professional Firefighters (source)
Cal FIRE Local 2881
OPPOSITION: (Verified 8/22/17)
None received
ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT: The California Professional Firefighters state in support:
California’s firefighters are an integral part of our communities, protecting our lives, properties and businesses. By proclaiming the month of September 2017 as Firefighter Appreciation Month, SCR 69 appropriately dedicates the month of September to not just honoring and paying respect to these extraordinary men and women, but celebrating them.
Prepared by: Jonas Austin / SFA / (916) 651-1520
8/22/17 16:44:31
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