SCR 20: California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.
- Session Year: 2023-2024
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2023-06-02
Current Status:
Passed
(2023-06-02: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 80, Statutes of 2023.)
Introduced
In Committee
First Chamber
In Committee
Second Chamber
Enacted
What does this bill do?
This resolution designates Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day to honor peace officers who died in the line of duty. It specifically recognizes and names officers killed in 2022—Tyler Ryan Lenehan, Nicholas J. Vella, Steven M. Taylor, Jorge David Alvarado Jr., Houston Ryan Tipping, Michael Paredes, Joseph A. Santana, Isaiah A. Cordero—and Officer Michael Edward Wall, who died in 2021.
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This measure would proclaim Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day.
This measure would proclaim Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day.
This measure would proclaim Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day.
This measure would proclaim Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day.
This measure would proclaim Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day.
WHEREAS, Monday, May 8, 2023, is California Peace Officers Memorial Day, a day Californians observe in commemoration of the noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty; and
WHEREAS, Although California citizens are indebted to our California peace officers each day of the week, we make particular note of our peace officers bravery and dedication, and we share in their losses on California Peace Officers Memorial Day; and
WHEREAS, Peace officers have a job second in importance to none, and it is a job that is as difficult and dangerous as it is important; and
WHEREAS, California peace officers have worked dutifully and selflessly on behalf of the people of this great state regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves; and
WHEREAS, By the enforcement of our laws, these same peace officers have safeguarded the lives and property of the citizens of California and have given their full measure to ensure these citizens the right to be free from crime and violence; and
WHEREAS, Special ceremonies and observations on behalf of California peace officers provide all Californians with the opportunity to appreciate the heroic individuals who have dedicated their lives to preserving public safety; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes Californias peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in 2022:
Officer Tyler Ryan Lenehan, Elk Grove Police Department, End of Watch: January 21, 2022.
Officer Nicholas J. Vella, Huntington Beach Police Department, End of Watch: February 19, 2022.
Correctional Lieutenant Steven M. Taylor, Riverside County Sheriffs Office, End of Watch: February 24, 2022.
Officer Jorge David Alvarado, Jr., Salinas Police Department, End of Watch: February 25, 2022.
Officer Houston Ryan Tipping, Los Angeles Police Department, End of Watch: May 29, 2022.
Sergeant Michael Paredes, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
Officer Joseph A. Santana, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
Deputy Isaiah A. Cordero, Riverside County Sheriffs Office, End of Watch: December 29, 2022; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature also recognizes Californias peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in prior years, but not yet enrolled:
Officer Michael Edward Wall, Los Angeles County Probation Department, End of Watch, April 30, 2021; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature designates Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day and urges all Californians to remember those individuals who have given their lives for our safety and express appreciation to those who continue to dedicate themselves to making California a safer place to live and raise our families; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, Monday, May 8, 2023, is California Peace Officers Memorial Day, a day Californians observe in commemoration of the noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty; and
WHEREAS, Although California citizens are indebted to our California peace officers each day of the week, we make particular note of our peace officers bravery and dedication, and we share in their losses on California Peace Officers Memorial Day; and
WHEREAS, Peace officers have a job second in importance to none, and it is a job that is as difficult and dangerous as it is important; and
WHEREAS, California peace officers have worked dutifully and selflessly on behalf of the people of this great state regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves; and
WHEREAS, By the enforcement of our laws, these same peace officers have safeguarded the lives and property of the citizens of California and have given their full measure to ensure these citizens the right to be free from crime and violence; and
WHEREAS, Special ceremonies and observations on behalf of California peace officers provide all Californians with the opportunity to appreciate the heroic individuals who have dedicated their lives to preserving public safety; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes Californias peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in 2022:
Officer Tyler Ryan Lenehan, Elk Grove Police Department, End of Watch: January 21, 2022.
Officer Nicholas J. Vella, Huntington Beach Police Department, End of Watch: February 19, 2022.
Correctional Lieutenant Steven M. Taylor, Riverside County Sheriffs Office, End of Watch: February 24, 2022.
Officer Jorge David Alvarado, Jr., Salinas Police Department, End of Watch: February 25, 2022.
Officer Houston Ryan Tipping, Los Angeles Police Department, End of Watch: May 29, 2022.
Sergeant Michael Paredes, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
Officer Joseph A. Santana, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
Deputy Isaiah A. Cordero, Riverside County Sheriffs Office, End of Watch: December 29, 2022; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature also recognizes Californias peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in prior years, but not yet enrolled:
Officer Michael Edward Wall, Los Angeles County Probation Department, End of Watch, April 30, 2021; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature designates Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day and urges all Californians to remember those individuals who have given their lives for our safety and express appreciation to those who continue to dedicate themselves to making California a safer place to live and raise our families; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, Monday, May 8, 2023, is California Peace Officers Memorial Day, a day Californians observe in commemoration of the noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty; and
WHEREAS, Although California citizens are indebted to our California peace officers each day of the week, we make particular note of our peace officers bravery and dedication, and we share in their losses on California Peace Officers Memorial Day; and
WHEREAS, Peace officers have a job second in importance to none, and it is a job that is as difficult and dangerous as it is important; and
WHEREAS, California peace officers have worked dutifully and selflessly on behalf of the people of this great state, state regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves; and
WHEREAS, By the enforcement of our laws, these same peace officers have safeguarded the lives and property of the citizens of California and have given their full measure to ensure these citizens the right to be free from crime and violence; and
WHEREAS, Special ceremonies and observations on behalf of California peace officers provide all Californians with the opportunity to appreciate the heroic individuals who have dedicated their lives to preserving public safety; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes Californias peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in 2022:
Officer Tyler Ryan Lenehan, Elk Grove Police Department, End of Watch: January 21, 2022.
Officer Nicholas J. Vella, Huntington Beach Police Department, End of Watch: February 19, 2022.
Correctional Lieutenant Steven M. Taylor, Riverside County Sheriffs Office, End of Watch: February 24, 2022.
Officer Jorge David Alvarado, Jr., Salinas Police Department, End of Watch: February 25, 2022.
Officer Houston Ryan Tipping, Los Angeles Police Department, End of Watch: May 29, 2022.
Sergeant Michael Paredes, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
Officer Joseph A. Santana, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
Deputy Isaiah A. Cordero, Riverside County Sheriffs Office, End of Watch: December 29, 2022; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature also recognizes Californias peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in prior years, but not yet enrolled:
Officer Michael Edward Wall, Los Angeles County Probation Department, End of Watch, April 30, 2021; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature designates Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day and urges all Californians to remember those individuals who have given their lives for our safety and express appreciation to those who continue to dedicate themselves to making California a safer place to live and raise our families; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, Monday, May 8, 2023, is California Peace Officers Memorial Day, a day Californians observe in commemoration of those the noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty; and
WHEREAS, Although California citizens are indebted to our California peace officers each day of the week, we make particular note of our peace officers bravery and dedication, and we share in their losses on California Peace Officers Memorial Day; and
WHEREAS, Peace officers have a job second in importance to none, and it is a job that is as difficult and dangerous as it is important; and
WHEREAS, California peace officers have worked dutifully and selflessly on behalf of the people of this great state, regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves; and
WHEREAS, By the enforcement of our laws, these same peace officers have safeguarded the lives and property of the citizens of California and have given their full measure to ensure these citizens the right to be free from crime and violence; and
WHEREAS, Special ceremonies and observations on behalf of California peace officers provide all Californians with the opportunity to appreciate the heroic individuals who have dedicated their lives to preserving public safety; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes Californias peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in 2022:
Officer Tyler Ryan Lenehan, Elk Grove Police Department, End of Watch: January 21, 2022.
Officer Nicholas J. Vella, Huntington Beach Police Department, End of Watch: February 19, 2022.
Correctional Lieutenant Steven M. Taylor, Riverside County Sheriffs Office, End of Watch: February 24, 2022.
Officer Jorge David Alvarado, Jr., Salinas Police Department, End of Watch: February 25, 2022.
Officer Houston Ryan Tipping, Los Angeles Police Department, End of Watch: May 29, 2022.
Sergeant Michael Paredes, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
Officer Joseph A. Santana, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
Deputy Isaiah A. Cordero, Riverside County Sheriffs Office, End of Watch: December 29, 2022; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature also recognizes Californias peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in prior years, but not yet enrolled:
Officer Michael Edward Wall, Los Angeles County Probation Department, End of Watch, April 30, 2021; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature designates Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day and urges all Californians to remember those individuals who have given their lives for our safety and express appreciation to those who continue to dedicate themselves to making California a safer place to live and raise our families; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, Monday, May 8, 2023, is California Peace Officers Memorial Day, a day Californians observe in commemoration of those noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty; and
WHEREAS, Although California citizens are indebted to our California peace officers each day of the week, we make particular note of our peace officers bravery and dedication, and we share in their losses on California Peace Officers Memorial Day; and
WHEREAS, Peace officers have a job second in importance to none, and it is a job that is as difficult and dangerous as it is important; and
WHEREAS, California peace officers have worked dutifully and selflessly on behalf of the people of this great state, regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves; and
WHEREAS, By the enforcement of our laws, these same peace officers have safeguarded the lives and property of the citizens of California and have given their full measure to ensure these citizens the right to be free from crime and violence; and
WHEREAS, Special ceremonies and observations on behalf of California peace officers provide all Californians with the opportunity to appreciate the heroic individuals who have dedicated their lives to preserving public safety; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes Californias peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in 2022:
Officer Tyler Ryan Lenehan, Elk Grove Police Department, End of Watch: January 21, 2022.
Officer Nicholas J. Vella, Huntington Beach Police Department, End of Watch: February 19, 2022.
Correctional Lieutenant Steven M. Taylor, Riverside County Sheriffs Office, End of Watch: February 24, 2022.
Officer Jorge David Alvarado, Jr., Salinas Police Department, End of Watch: February 25, 2022.
Officer Houston Ryan Tipping, Los Angeles Police Department, End of Watch: May 29, 2022.
Sergeant Michael Paredes, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
Officer Joseph A. Santana, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
Deputy Isaiah A. Cordero, Riverside County Sheriffs Office, End of Watch: December 29, 2022; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature also recognizes Californias peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in prior years, but not yet enrolled:
Officer Michael Edward Wall, Los Angeles County Probation Department, End of Watch, April 30, 2021; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature designates Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers Memorial Day and urges all Californians to remember those individuals who have given their lives for our safety and express appreciation to those who continue to dedicate themselves to making California a safer place to live and raise our families; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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Status
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| Jun 2, 2023 | Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 80, Statutes of 2023. |
| Jun 2, 2023 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 2 p.m. |
| May 26, 2023 | In Senate. Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| May 25, 2023 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 76. Noes 0. Page 1815.) Ordered to the Senate. |
| May 25, 2023 | Coauthors revised. |
| May 18, 2023 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to consent calendar. (Ayes 12. Noes 0.) (May 18). |
| May 11, 2023 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| May 8, 2023 | In Assembly. Held at Desk. |
| May 8, 2023 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 36. Noes 0. Page 1023.) Ordered to the Assembly. |
| May 2, 2023 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |
| May 1, 2023 | Read third time and amended. |
| May 1, 2023 | Ordered to second reading. |
| Apr 11, 2023 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |
| Apr 10, 2023 | Read third time and amended. |
| Apr 10, 2023 | Ordered to second reading. |
| Feb 15, 2023 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| Feb 7, 2023 | Introduced. Referred to Com. on RLS. |
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| May 25, 2023 | SCR 20 Umberg Consent Calendar Second Day Regular Session | Assembly Floor |
Passed |
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| May 18, 2023 | Be adopted. To Consent Calendar. | Assembly Standing Committee on Rules |
Passed |
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| May 8, 2023 | Senate 3rd Reading SCR20 Umberg et al. | 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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| California Peace Officer Memorial Foundation | ** Support | |
| Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association | ** Support |
Date of Hearing: May 18, 2023
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES
James Ramos, Chair
SBPCA Bill Id:SCR 20
Author:(Umberg) – As Amended Ver:
SENATE VOTE:
SUBJECT: California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.
SUMMARY: Proclaims Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day and urges all Californians to remember those individuals who have given their lives for our safety and express appreciation to those who continue to dedicate themselves to making California a safer place to live and raise our families. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Monday, May 8, 2023, is California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, a day Californians observe in commemoration of the noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
- Although California citizens are indebted to our California peace officers each day of the week, we make particular note of our peace officers’ bravery and dedication, and we share in their losses on California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.
- Peace officers have a job second in importance to none, and it is a job that is as difficult and dangerous as it is important. California peace officers have worked dutifully and selflessly on behalf of the people of this great state regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves.
- By the enforcement of our laws, these same peace officers have safeguarded the lives and property of the citizens of California and have given their full measure to ensure these citizens the right to be free from crime and violence.
- Special ceremonies and observations on behalf of California peace officers provide all Californians with the opportunity to appreciate the heroic individuals who have dedicated their lives to preserving public safety.
FISCAL EFFECT: None
REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:
Support
None on file
Opposition
None on file
Analysis Prepared by: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800
SENATE RULES COMMITTEE Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | SCR 20 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 20
Author: Umberg (D), et al.
Amended: 5/1/23
Vote: 21
SUBJECT: California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day
SOURCE: California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation
DIGEST:
This resolution proclaims Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.
Senate Floor Amendments of 5/1/23 make a technical change and add Senator Archuleta as a coauthor to this resolution.
Senate Floor Amendments of 4/10/23 make a technical change and add Senator Rubio as a coauthor to this resolution.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Monday, May 8, 2023, is California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, a day Californians observe in commemoration of the noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
- Peace officers have a job second in importance to none, and it is a job that is as difficult and dangerous as it is important.
- California peace officers have worked dutifully and selflessly on behalf of the people of this great state regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves.
- By the enforcement of our laws, these same peace officers have safeguarded the lives and property of the citizens of California and have given their full measure to ensure these citizens the right to be free from crime and violence.
This resolution:
- Recognizes California’s peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in 2022:
- Officer Tyler Ryan Lenehan, Elk Grove Police Department, End of Watch: January 21, 2022.
- Officer Nicholas J. Vella, Huntington Beach Police Department, End of Watch: February 19, 2022.
- Correctional Lieutenant Steven M. Taylor, Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, End of Watch: February 24, 2022.
- Officer Jorge David Alvarado, Jr., Salinas Police Department, End of Watch: February 25, 2022.
- Officer Houston Ryan Tipping, Los Angeles Police Department, End of Watch: May 29, 2022.
- Sergeant Michael Paredes, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
- Officer Joseph A. Santana, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
- Deputy Isaiah A. Cordero, Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, End of Watch: December 29, 2022.
- Recognizes California’s peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in prior years, but not yet enrolled:
- Officer Michael Edward Wall, Los Angeles County Probation Department, End of Watch, April 30, 2021.
- Designates Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day and urges all Californians to remember those individuals who have given their lives for our safety and express appreciation to those who continue to dedicate themselves to making California a safer place to live and raise our families.
Related/Prior Legislation
The following are the most recent measures proclaiming California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day:
- ACR 172 (Cooper, Resolution Chapter 70, Statutes of 2022).
- SCR 69 (Grove, 2022) – Died on the Senate Inactive File.
- SR 35 (Grove, 2021) – Adopted by the Senate.
- SCR 88 (Galgiani, 2020) – Died at the Assembly Desk.
- SCR 25 (Galgiani, Resolution Chapter 67, Statutes of 2019).
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
SUPPORT: (Verified 4/11/23)
California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation (source)
Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association
OPPOSITION: (Verified 4/11/23)
None received
ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT: The Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association writes in support, “The State has recognized California Peace Officers' Memorial Day since 1977 - a day Californians observe in commemoration of those noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
“Peace officers have jobs that are as difficult and dangerous as it they important. Tragically, peace officers lose their lives in the line of duty every year. Honoring those that have given their lives to protect others is a vital way to remember fallen peace officers and recognize their sacrifice and the sacrifice of those they left behind.”
Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520
5/3/23 14:43:00
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SENATE RULES COMMITTEE Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | SCR 20 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 20
Author: Umberg (D), et al.
Amended: 4/10/23
Vote: 21
SUBJECT: California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day
SOURCE: California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation
DIGEST:
This resolution proclaims Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.
Senate Floor Amendments of 4/10/23 make a technical change and add Senator Rubio as a coauthor to this resolution.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Monday, May 8, 2023, is California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, a day Californians observe in commemoration of the noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
- Peace officers have a job second in importance to none, and it is a job that is as difficult and dangerous as it is important.
- California peace officers have worked dutifully and selflessly on behalf of the people of this great state, regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves.
- By the enforcement of our laws, these same peace officers have safeguarded the lives and property of the citizens of California and have given their full measure to ensure these citizens the right to be free from crime and violence.
This resolution:
- Recognizes California’s peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in 2022:
- Officer Tyler Ryan Lenehan, Elk Grove Police Department, End of Watch: January 21, 2022.
- Officer Nicholas J. Vella, Huntington Beach Police Department, End of Watch: February 19, 2022.
- Correctional Lieutenant Steven M. Taylor, Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, End of Watch: February 24, 2022.
- Officer Jorge David Alvarado, Jr., Salinas Police Department, End of Watch: February 25, 2022.
- Officer Houston Ryan Tipping, Los Angeles Police Department, End of Watch: May 29, 2022.
- Sergeant Michael Paredes, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
- Officer Joseph A. Santana, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
- Deputy Isaiah A. Cordero, Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, End of Watch: December 29, 2022.
- Recognizes California’s peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in prior years, but not yet enrolled:
- Officer Michael Edward Wall, Los Angeles County Probation Department, End of Watch, April 30, 2021.
- Designates Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day and urges all Californians to remember those individuals who have given their lives for our safety and express appreciation to those who continue to dedicate themselves to making California a safer place to live and raise our families.
Related/Prior Legislation
The following are the most recent measures proclaiming California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day:
- ACR 172 (Cooper, Resolution Chapter 70, Statutes of 2022).
- SCR 69 (Grove, 2022) – Died on the Senate Inactive File.
- SR 35 (Grove, 2021) – Adopted by the Senate.
- SCR 88 (Galgiani, 2020) – Died at the Assembly Desk.
- SCR 25 (Galgiani, Resolution Chapter 67, Statutes of 2019).
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
SUPPORT: (Verified 4/11/23)
California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation (source)
Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association
OPPOSITION: (Verified 4/11/23)
None received
ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT: The Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association writes in support, “The State has recognized California Peace Officers' Memorial Day since 1977 - a day Californians observe in commemoration of those noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
“Peace officers have jobs that are as difficult and dangerous as it they important. Tragically, peace officers lose their lives in the line of duty every year. Honoring those that have given their lives to protect others is a vital way to remember fallen peace officers and recognize their sacrifice and the sacrifice of those they left behind.”
Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520
4/12/23 14:04:32
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SENATE RULES COMMITTEE Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | SCR 20 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 20
Author: Umberg (D)
Introduced: 2/7/23
Vote: 21
SUBJECT: California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day
SOURCE: California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation
DIGEST:
This resolution proclaims Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Monday, May 8, 2023, is California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, a day Californians observe in commemoration of those noble officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
- Peace officers have a job second in importance to none, and it is a job that is as difficult and dangerous as it is important.
- California peace officers have worked dutifully and selflessly on behalf of the people of this great state, regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves.
- By the enforcement of our laws, these same peace officers have safeguarded the lives and property of the citizens of California and have given their full measure to ensure these citizens the right to be free from crime and violence.
This resolution:
- Recognizes California’s peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in 2022:
- Officer Tyler Ryan Lenehan, Elk Grove Police Department, End of Watch: January 21, 2022.
- Officer Nicholas J. Vella, Huntington Beach Police Department, End of Watch: February 19, 2022.
- Correctional Lieutenant Steven M. Taylor, Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, End of Watch: February 24, 2022.
- Officer Jorge David Alvarado, Jr., Salinas Police Department, End of Watch: February 25, 2022.
- Officer Houston Ryan Tipping, Los Angeles Police Department, End of Watch: May 29, 2022.
- Sergeant Michael Paredes, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
- Officer Joseph A. Santana, El Monte Police Department, End of Watch: June 14, 2022.
- Deputy Isaiah A. Cordero, Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, End of Watch: December 29, 2022.
- Recognizes California’s peace officers who were killed in defense of their communities in prior years, but not yet enrolled:
- Officer Michael Edward Wall, Los Angeles County Probation Department, End of Watch, April 30, 2021.
- Designates Monday, May 8, 2023, as California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day and urges all Californians to remember those individuals who have given their lives for our safety and express appreciation to those who continue to dedicate themselves to making California a safer place to live and raise our families.
Related/Prior Legislation
The following are the most recent measures proclaiming California Peace Officers’ Memorial Day:
- ACR 172 (Cooper, Resolution Chapter 70, Statutes of 2022).
- SCR 69 (Grove, 2022) – Died on the Senate Inactive File.
- SR 35 (Grove, 2021) – Adopted by the Senate.
- SCR 88 (Galgiani, 2020) – Died at the Assembly Desk.
- SCR 25 (Galgiani, Resolution Chapter 67, Statutes of 2019).
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
SUPPORT: (Verified 2/16/23)
California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation (source)
OPPOSITION: (Verified 2/16/23)
None received
Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520
2/16/23 13:10:57
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