This measure would proclaim March 2024 as American Red Cross Month and would dedicate it to all those who continue to advance the noble legacy of the organizations founder. The measure would encourage all Californians to reach out, support the organizations humanitarian mission, and join in their commitment to care for people in need.

This measure would proclaim March 2024 as American Red Cross Month and would dedicate it to all those who continue to advance the noble legacy of the organizations founder. The measure would encourage all Californians to reach out, support the organizations humanitarian mission, and join in their commitment to care for people in need.

This measure would proclaim March 2024 as American Red Cross Month and would dedicate it to all those who continue to advance the noble legacy of the organizations founder. The measure would encourage all Californians to reach out, support the organizations humanitarian mission, and join in their commitment to care for people in need.

WHEREAS, March is American Red Cross Month, a special time to honor the kindness of our neighbors who aid families in need every day in California, across the United States, and around the world. Their dedication touches millions of lives each year as they carry out the organizations 143-year-old mission of preventing and alleviating suffering; and

WHEREAS, People have stepped up to help others in need, whether it was responding to disasters across the country or rolling up their sleeves to give blood when our country faced a severe blood shortage; and

WHEREAS, Day after day, we are witnessing and responding to devastating and dramatic disasters exacerbated by climate change. Wildfires are relentless, storms are intensifying, and floods are escalating. The climate crisis is not ahead of us; it is here. Climate change affects vulnerable populations disproportionately, which increases the need for American Red Cross support, their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs, and their framework for climate change action focused on resilience, education, and sustainability; and

WHEREAS, Here in California, local families have relied on American Red Cross volunteers for comfort and hope while coping with over 3,000 local disasters. Last year, over 25,000 California volunteers assisted with small and large disasters, such as the devastating wildfires. Volunteers also helped over 5,000 people affected by home fires in the state by addressing their urgent needs, including food, lodging, and recovery support; and

WHEREAS, California volunteers have supported local families in other ways too. Last year, almost 400,000 people enrolled in training classes that taught lifesaving skills, including first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), water safety, and caregiving. The American Red Cross provided services to military members, veterans, retirees, and their families. Over 45,000 cases were open to assist in various ways; and

WHEREAS, Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Nationwide, the American Red Cross provides 40 percent of the countrys blood supply. In California, the American Red Cross collects over 330,000 units of red blood cells each year. In addition, over 130,000 units of platelets are collected each year to help treat trauma and cancer patients. Blood products are also essential for surgeries and chronic illnesses; and

WHEREAS, In January 2022, the American Red Cross declared a first-ever national blood shortage crisis. Due to the blood shortage, some hospitals are receiving a quarter of the blood they need. Doctors are forced to choose between who receives care immediately and who must wait until more blood is available. In more dire cases, hospitals are unable to treat anyone because of exhausting their blood inventory. In the event of a disaster or large-scale emergency, a shortage of available blood may also result in otherwise preventable loss of life; and

WHEREAS, Nearly 200 years since the birth of American Red Cross founder Clara Barton, this lifesaving work is vital to strengthening our communitys resilience; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby proclaims the month of March 2024 as American Red Cross Month and dedicates it to all those who continue to advance Clara Bartons noble legacy; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature encourages all Californians to reach out, support the organizations humanitarian mission, and join in their commitment to care for people in need; and be it further

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

WHEREAS, March is American Red Cross Month, a special time to honor the kindness of our neighbors who aid families in need every day in California, across the United States, and around the world. Their dedication touches millions of lives each year as they carry out the organizations 143-year-old mission of preventing and alleviating suffering; and

WHEREAS, People have stepped up to help others in need, whether it was responding to disasters across the country or rolling up their sleeves to give blood when our country faced a severe blood shortage; and

WHEREAS, Day after day, we are witnessing and responding to devastating and dramatic disasters exacerbated by climate change. Wildfires are relentless, storms are intensifying, and floods are escalating. The climate crisis is not ahead of us; it is here. Climate change affects vulnerable populations disproportionately, which increases the need for American Red Cross support, their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs, and their framework for climate change action focused on resilience, education, and sustainability; and

WHEREAS, Here in California, local families have relied on American Red Cross volunteers for comfort and hope while coping with over 3,000 local disasters. Last year, over 25,000 California volunteers assisted with small and large disasters, such as the devastating wildfires. Volunteers also helped over 5,000 people affected by home fires in the state by addressing their urgent needs, including food, lodging, and recovery support; and

WHEREAS, California volunteers have supported local families in other ways too. Last year, almost 400,000 people enrolled in training classes that taught lifesaving skills, including first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), water safety, and caregiving. The American Red Cross provided services to military members, veterans, retirees, and their families. Over 45,000 cases were open to assist in various ways; and

WHEREAS, Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Nationwide, the American Red Cross provides 40 percent of the countrys blood supply. In California, the American Red Cross collects over 330,000 units of red blood cells each year. In addition, over 130,000 units of platelets are collected each year to help treat trauma and cancer patients. Blood products are also essential for surgeries and chronic illnesses; and

WHEREAS, In January 2022, the American Red Cross declared a first-ever national blood shortage crisis. Due to the blood shortage, some hospitals are receiving a quarter of the blood they need. Doctors are forced to choose between who receives care immediately and who must wait until more blood is available. In more dire cases, hospitals are unable to treat anyone because of exhausting their blood inventory. In the event of a disaster or large-scale emergency, a shortage of available blood may also result in otherwise preventable loss of life; and

WHEREAS, Nearly 200 years since the birth of American Red Cross founder Clara Barton, this lifesaving work is vital to strengthening our communitys resilience; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby proclaims the month of March 2024 as American Red Cross Month and dedicates it to all those who continue to advance Clara Bartons noble legacy; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature encourages all Californians to reach out, support the organizations humanitarian mission, and join in their commitment to care for people in need; and be it further

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

WHEREAS, March is American Red Cross Month, a special time to honor the kindness of our neighbors who aid families in need every day in California, across the United States, and around the world. Their dedication touches millions of lives each year as they carry out the organizations 143-year-old mission of preventing and alleviating suffering; and

WHEREAS, People have stepped up to help others in need, whether it was responding to disasters across the country or rolling up their sleeves to give blood when our country faced a severe blood shortage; and

WHEREAS, Day after day, we are witnessing and responding to devastating and dramatic disasters exacerbated by climate change. Wildfires are relentless, storms are intensifying, and floods are escalating. The climate crisis is not ahead of us; it is here. Climate change affects vulnerable populations disproportionately, which increases the need for American Red Cross support, their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs, and their framework for climate change action focused on resilience, education, and sustainability; and

WHEREAS, Here in California, local families have relied on American Red Cross volunteers for comfort and hope while coping with over 3,000 local disasters. Last year, over 25,000 California volunteers assisted with small and large disasters, such as the devastating wildfires. Volunteers also helped over 5,000 people affected by home fires in the state by addressing their urgent needs, including food, lodging, and recovery support; and

WHEREAS, California volunteers have supported local families in other ways too. Last year, almost 400,000 people enrolled in training classes that taught lifesaving skills, including first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), water safety, and caregiving. The American Red Cross provided services to military members, veterans, retirees, and their families. Over 45,000 cases were open to assist in various ways; and

WHEREAS, Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Nationwide, the American Red Cross provides 40 percent of the countrys blood supply. In California, the American Red Cross collects over 330,000 units of red blood cells each year. In addition, over 130,000 units of platelets are collected each year to help treat trauma and cancer patients. Blood products are also essential for surgeries and chronic illnesses; and

WHEREAS, In January 2022, the American Red Cross declared a first-ever national blood shortage crisis. Due to the blood shortage, some hospitals are receiving a quarter of the blood they need. Doctors are forced to choose between who receives care immediately and who must wait until more blood is available. In more dire cases, hospitals are unable to treat anyone because of exhausting their blood inventory. In the event of a disaster or large-scale emergency, a shortage of available blood may also result in otherwise preventable loss of life; and

WHEREAS, Nearly 200 years since the birth of American Red Cross founder Clara Barton, this lifesaving work is vital to strengthening our communitys resilience; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby proclaims the month of March 2024 as American Red Cross Month and dedicates it to all those who continue to advance Clara Bartons noble legacy; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature encourages all Californians to reach out, support the organizations humanitarian mission, and join in their commitment to care for people in need; 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 139

Author: Rodriguez (D), et al.

Introduced: 2/7/24

Vote: 21

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: 73-0, 2/29/24 (Consent) - See last page for vote

SUBJECT: American Red Cross Month

SOURCE: American Red Cross

DIGEST:

This resolution proclaims March 2024 as American Red Cross Month and dedicates it to all those who continue to advance the noble legacy of the organization’s founder. This resolution encourages all Californians to reach out, support the organization’s humanitarian mission, and join in their commitment to care for people in need.

ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. March is American Red Cross Month, a special time to honor the kindness of our neighbors who aid families in need every day in California, across the United States, and around the world. Their dedication touches millions of lives each year as they carry out the organization’s 143-year-old mission of preventing and alleviating suffering.
2. Day after day, we are witnessing and responding to devastating and dramatic disasters exacerbated by climate change. Wildfires are relentless, storms are intensifying, and floods are escalating. The climate crisis is not ahead of us; it is here. Climate change affects vulnerable populations disproportionately, which increases the need for American Red Cross support, their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs, and their framework for climate change action focused on resilience, education, and sustainability.
3. Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Nationwide, the American Red Cross provides 40 percent of the country’s blood supply. In California, the American Red Cross collects over 330,000 units of red blood cells each year. In addition, over 130,000 units of platelets are collected each year to help treat trauma and cancer patients. Blood products are also essential for surgeries and chronic illnesses.
4. In January 2022, the American Red Cross declared a first-ever national blood shortage crisis. Due to the blood shortage, some hospitals are receiving a quarter of the blood they need. Doctors are forced to choose between who receives care immediately and who must wait until more blood is available. In more dire cases, hospitals are unable to treat anyone because of exhausting their blood inventory. In the event of a disaster or large-scale emergency, a shortage of available blood may also result in otherwise preventable loss of life.

This resolution:

1. Proclaims the month of March 2024 as American Red Cross Month and dedicates it to all those who continue to advance Clara Barton’s noble legacy.
2. Encourages all Californians to reach out, support the organization’s humanitarian mission, and join in their commitment to care for people in need.

Related/Prior Legislation

The following are the most recent measures proclaiming American Red Cross Month:

• ACR 149 (Rodriguez, Resolution Chapter 36, Statutes of 2022).
• ACR 48 (Rodriguez, Resolution Chapter 26, Statutes of 2021).

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

SUPPORT: (Verified 3/11/24)

American Red Cross (source)

OPPOSITION: (Verified 3/11/24)

None received

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: 73-0, 2/29/24

AYES: Addis, Aguiar-Curry, Alanis, Alvarez, Arambula, Bains, Bauer-Kahan, Bennett, Berman, Boerner, Bonta, Bryan, Calderon, Juan Carrillo, Wendy Carrillo, Chen, Connolly, Davies, Dixon, Essayli, Flora, Mike Fong, Friedman, Gallagher, Garcia, Gipson, Grayson, Haney, Hart, Holden, Hoover, Irwin, Jackson, Jones-Sawyer, Kalra, Lackey, Lee, Low, Lowenthal, Maienschein, Mathis, McCarty, McKinnor, Muratsuchi, Stephanie Nguyen, Ortega, Pacheco, Jim Patterson, Joe Patterson, Petrie-Norris, Quirk-Silva, Ramos, Rendon, Reyes, Luz Rivas, Rodriguez, Blanca Rubio, Sanchez, Santiago, Schiavo, Soria, Ta, Ting, Valencia, Villapudua, Waldron, Wallis, Ward, Weber, Wicks, Wilson, Wood, Robert Rivas

NO VOTE RECORDED: Cervantes, Megan Dahle, Vince Fong, Gabriel, Papan, Pellerin, Zbur

Prepared by: Russell Manning / SFA / (916) 651-1520

3/13/24 13:46:05

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Date of Hearing: February 26, 2024

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES

Blanca Pacheco, Chair

ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 139 (

Author:Rodriguez) – As Introduced Ver:February 7, 2024

SUBJECT: American Red Cross Month.

SUMMARY: Proclaims the month of March 2024 as American Red Cross Month and encourages all Californians to join in the organization’s commitment to care for people in need. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. March is American Red Cross Month, a special time to honor the kindness of our neighbors who aid families in need every day in California, across the United States, and around the world. Their dedication touches millions of lives each year as they carry out the organization’s 143-year-old mission of preventing and alleviating suffering.
2. Here in California, local families have relied on American Red Cross volunteers for comfort and hope while coping with over 3,000 local disasters. Last year, over 25,000 California volunteers assisted with small and large disasters, such as the devastating wildfires. Volunteers also helped over 5,000 people affected by home fires in the state by addressing their urgent needs, including food, lodging, and recovery support.
3. California volunteers have supported local families in other ways too. Last year, almost 400,000 people enrolled in training classes that taught lifesaving skills, such as first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), water safety, and caregiving. The American Red Cross provided services to military members, veterans, retirees, and their families. Over 45,000 cases were opened to assist in various ways.
4. Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. In California, the American Red Cross collects over 330,000 units of red blood cells each year. In addition, over 130,000 units of platelets are collected each year to help treat trauma and cancer patients.
5. In January 2022, the American Red Cross declared a first-ever national blood shortage crisis. Due to the blood shortage, some hospitals are receiving a quarter of the blood they need. Doctors are forced to choose between who receives care immediately and who must wait until more blood is available.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:

Support

None on file

Opposition

None on file

Analysis Prepared by: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800