This measure would designate August 10, 2026, and August 10 of each subsequent year thereafter, as Black Girl Joy Day and encourage all Californians to join in celebrating Black Girl Joy Day.

This measure would designate August 10, 2026, and August 10 of each subsequent year thereafter, as Black Girl Joy Day and encourage all Californians to join in celebrating Black Girl Joy Day.

This measure would designate August 10, 2026, and August 10 of each subsequent year thereafter, as Black Girl Joy Day and encourage all Californians to join in celebrating Black Girl Joy Day.

WHEREAS, Black girls in California, from a young age, make significant contributions to the social, cultural, economic, and political landscape of the state, often overcoming substantial systemic barriers and navigating challenging youth experiences to achieve excellence and drive positive change; and

WHEREAS, Data from the State Department of Education indicates that Black girls represent a vibrant and dynamic segment of the student population, with many excelling in academics, arts, athletics, and community service despite facing disproportionate challenges in the form of higher suspension rates, lower graduation rates, and limited access to advanced coursework compared to their peers; and

WHEREAS, Black girls face disproportionate rates of violence, including higher rates of school discipline, juvenile justice involvement, sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and exposure to community violence, all of which impact their mental and physical health, educational attainment, and overall well-being; and

WHEREAS, The Youth Risk Behavior Survey conducted by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights that Black girls in California experience higher levels of psychological stress and lower levels of access to mental health resources, necessitating a day to focus on their mental health, well-being, and joy; and

WHEREAS, It is imperative to acknowledge and celebrate the resilience, creativity, brilliance, beauty, and leadership of Black girls, recognizing their potential to shape the future of California; and

WHEREAS, Black Girl Joy Day seeks to uplift and celebrate the unique experiences and contributions of Black girls in California, fostering an environment where their voices are heard, their talents are recognized, and their achievements are celebrated; and

WHEREAS, Organizations such as the California Black Womens Collective Empowerment Institute have been at the forefront of advocating for the rights and well-being of Black girls; and

WHEREAS, Celebrating Black Girl Joy Day on August 10 will provide a platform for community organizations, schools, and individuals to engage in activities and programs that promote the well-being, empowerment, and joy of Black girls across the state; and

WHEREAS, Celebrating Black Girl Joy Day aligns with the Legislatures commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, reaffirming the states dedication to supporting all its youth, particularly those from historically marginalized communities; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That August 10, 2026, and August 10 of each subsequent year thereafter, is hereby designated as Black Girl Joy Day in the State of California, to recognize and celebrate the unique contributions and experiences of Black girls, and promote a culture of joy, empowerment, and equity throughout the state; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature encourages all Californians to join in celebrating Black Girl Joy Day by participating in events and activities that highlight the achievements, talents, and potential of Black girls, fostering a supportive and inclusive community for all; and be it further

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

WHEREAS, Black girls in California, from a young age, make significant contributions to the social, cultural, economic, and political landscape of the state, often overcoming substantial systemic barriers and navigating challenging youth experiences to achieve excellence and drive positive change; and

WHEREAS, Data from the State Department of Education indicates that Black girls represent a vibrant and dynamic segment of the student population, with many excelling in academics, arts, athletics, and community service despite facing disproportionate challenges in the form of higher suspension rates, lower graduation rates, and limited access to advanced coursework compared to their peers; and

WHEREAS, Black girls face disproportionate rates of violence, including higher rates of school discipline, juvenile justice involvement, sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and exposure to community violence, all of which impact their mental and physical health, educational attainment, and overall well-being; and

WHEREAS, The Youth Risk Behavior Survey conducted by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights that Black girls in California experience higher levels of psychological stress and lower levels of access to mental health resources, necessitating a day to focus on their mental health, well-being, and joy; and

WHEREAS, It is imperative to acknowledge and celebrate the resilience, creativity, brilliance, beauty, and leadership of Black girls, recognizing their potential to shape the future of California; and

WHEREAS, Black Girl Joy Day seeks to uplift and celebrate the unique experiences and contributions of Black girls in California, fostering an environment where their voices are heard, their talents are recognized, and their achievements are celebrated; and

WHEREAS, Organizations such as the California Black Womens Collective Empowerment Institute have been at the forefront of advocating for the rights and well-being of Black girls; and

WHEREAS, Celebrating Black Girl Joy Day on August 10 will provide a platform for community organizations, schools, and individuals to engage in activities and programs that promote the well-being, empowerment, and joy of Black girls across the state; and

WHEREAS, Celebrating Black Girl Joy Day aligns with the Legislatures commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, reaffirming the states dedication to supporting all its youth, particularly those from historically marginalized communities; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That August 10, 2026, and August 10 of each subsequent year thereafter, is hereby designated as Black Girl Joy Day in the State of California, to recognize and celebrate the unique contributions and experiences of Black girls, and promote a culture of joy, empowerment, and equity throughout the state; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature encourages all Californians to join in celebrating Black Girl Joy Day by participating in events and activities that highlight the achievements, talents, and potential of Black girls, fostering a supportive and inclusive community for all; and be it further

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

WHEREAS, Black girls in California, from a young age, make significant contributions to the social, cultural, economic, and political landscape of the state, often overcoming substantial systemic barriers and navigating challenging youth experiences to achieve excellence and drive positive change; and

WHEREAS, Data from the State Department of Education indicates that Black girls represent a vibrant and dynamic segment of the student population, with many excelling in academics, arts, athletics, and community service despite facing disproportionate challenges in the form of higher suspension rates, lower graduation rates, and limited access to advanced coursework compared to their peers; and

WHEREAS, Black girls face disproportionate rates of violence, including higher rates of school discipline, juvenile justice involvement, sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and exposure to community violence, all of which impact their mental and physical health, educational attainment, and overall well-being; and

WHEREAS, The Youth Risk Behavior Survey conducted by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights that Black girls in California experience higher levels of psychological stress and lower levels of access to mental health resources, necessitating a day to focus on their mental health, well-being, and joy; and

WHEREAS, It is imperative to acknowledge and celebrate the resilience, creativity, brilliance, beauty, and leadership of Black girls, recognizing their potential to shape the future of California; and

WHEREAS, Black Girl Joy Day seeks to uplift and celebrate the unique experiences and contributions of Black girls in California, fostering an environment where their voices are heard, their talents are recognized, and their achievements are celebrated; and

WHEREAS, Organizations such as the California Black Womens Collective Empowerment Institute have been at the forefront of advocating for the rights and well-being of Black girls; and

WHEREAS, Celebrating Black Girl Joy Day on August 10 will provide a platform for community organizations, schools, and individuals to engage in activities and programs that promote the well-being, empowerment, and joy of Black girls across the state; and

WHEREAS, Celebrating Black Girl Joy Day aligns with the Legislatures commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, reaffirming the states dedication to supporting all its youth, particularly those from historically marginalized communities; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That August 10, 2026, and August 10 of each subsequent year thereafter, is hereby designated as Black Girl Joy Day in the State of California, to recognize and celebrate the unique contributions and experiences of Black girls, and promote a culture of joy, empowerment, and equity throughout the state; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature encourages all Californians to join in celebrating Black Girl Joy Day by participating in events and activities that highlight the achievements, talents, and potential of Black girls, fostering a supportive and inclusive community for all; 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 226

Author: Wilson (D), et al.

Introduced: 6/16/26

Vote: 21

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: 70-0, 7/2/26 (Consent) - See last page for vote

SUBJECT: Black Girl Joy Day

SOURCE: Author

DIGEST:

This resolution designates August 10, 2026, and August 10 of each subsequent year thereafter, as Black Girl Joy Day and encourages all Californians to join in celebrating Black Girl Joy Day.

ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. Black girls in California, from a young age, make significant contributions to the social, cultural, economic, and political landscape of the state, often overcoming substantial systemic barriers and navigating challenging youth experiences to achieve excellence and drive positive change.
2. The Youth Risk Behavior Survey conducted by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights that Black girls in California experience higher levels of psychological stress and lower levels of access to mental health resources, necessitating a day to focus on their mental health, well-being, and joy.
3. Black Girl Joy Day seeks to uplift and celebrate the unique experiences and contributions of Black girls in California, fostering an environment where their voices are heard, their talents are recognized, and their achievements are celebrated.
4. Celebrating Black Girl Joy Day on August 10 will provide a platform for community organizations, schools, and individuals to engage in activities and programs that promote the well-being, empowerment, and joy of Black girls across the state.

This resolution encourages all Californians to join in celebrating Black Girl Joy Day by participating in events and activities that highlight the achievements, talents, and potential of Black girls, fostering a supportive and inclusive community for all.

Related/Prior Legislation

ACR 226 (Wilson, 2024) – Held in the Senate.

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

SUPPORT: (Verified 8/5/26)

None received

OPPOSITION: (Verified 8/5/26)

None received

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: 70-0, 7/2/26

AYES: Addis, Aguiar-Curry, Ahrens, Alanis, Alvarez, Arambula, Ávila Farías, Bauer-Kahan, Bennett, Berman, Boerner, Bonta, Caloza, Carrillo, Castillo, Connolly, Davies, DeMaio, Dixon, Flora, Fong, Gabriel, Garcia, Gipson, Jeff Gonzalez, Mark González, Hadwick, Haney, Harabedian, Hart, Hoover, Irwin, Jackson, Johnson, Kalra, Krell, Lackey, Lee, Lowenthal, Macedo, McKinnor, Muratsuchi, Nguyen, Ortega, Pacheco, Patel, Patterson, Pellerin, Petrie-Norris, Quirk-Silva, Ramos, Celeste Rodriguez, Michelle Rodriguez, Rogers, Blanca Rubio, Schiavo, Schultz, Sharp-Collins, Solache, Soria, Stefani, Ta, Tangipa, Valencia, Wallis, Ward, Wicks, Wilson, Zbur, Rivas

NO VOTE RECORDED: Bains, Bryan, Calderon, Chen, Elhawary, Ellis, Papan, Ransom, Sanchez

Prepared by: Hunter Flynn / SFA / (916) 651-4171

8/5/26 15:18:30

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Date of Hearing: June 29, 2026

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES

Blanca Pacheco, Chair

ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 226 (

Author:Wilson) – As Introduced Ver:June 16, 2026

SUBJECT: Black Girl Joy Day.

SUMMARY: Designates August 10, 2026, and August 10 of each subsequent year thereafter, as Black Girl Joy Day, to recognize and celebrate the unique contributions and experiences of Black girls, and promote a culture of joy, empowerment, and equity throughout the state. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. Black girls in California, from a young age, make significant contributions to the social, cultural, economic, and political landscape of the state, often overcoming substantial systemic barriers and navigating challenging youth experiences to achieve excellence and drive positive change.
2. Data from the State Department of Education indicates that Black girls represent a vibrant and dynamic segment of the student population, with many excelling in academics, arts, athletics, and community service despite facing disproportionate challenges in the form of higher suspension rates, lower graduation rates, and limited access to advanced coursework compared to their peers.
3. Black girls face disproportionate rates of violence, including higher rates of school discipline, juvenile justice involvement, sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and exposure to community violence, all of which impact their mental and physical health, educational attainment, and overall well-being.
4. The Youth Risk Behavior Survey conducted by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights that Black girls in California experience higher levels of psychological stress and lower levels of access to mental health resources, necessitating a day to focus on their mental health, well-being, and joy.
5. It is imperative to acknowledge and celebrate the resilience, creativity, brilliance, beauty, and leadership of Black girls, recognizing their potential to shape the future of California.
6. Black Girl Joy Day seeks to uplift and celebrate the unique experiences and contributions of Black girls in California, fostering an environment where their voices are heard, their talents are recognized, and their achievements are celebrated.
7. Celebrating Black Girl Joy Day on August 10 will provide a platform for community organizations, schools, and individuals to engage in activities and programs that promote the well-being, empowerment, and joy of Black girls across the state.
8. Celebrating Black Girl Joy Day aligns with the Legislature’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, reaffirming the state’s dedication to supporting all its youth, particularly those from historically marginalized communities.

FISCAL EFFECT: This resolution is keyed non-fiscal by Legislative Counsel.

REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:

Support

None on file

Opposition

None on file

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