ACR 231: Coastal Stewardship Day.
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: Assembly
- Latest Version Date: 2026-08-27
Current Status:
Passed
(2026-08-27: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 216, Statutes of 2026.)
Introduced
In Committee
Awaiting First Chamber Vote
Passed First Chamber
In Committee
Awaiting Second Chamber Vote
Passed Second Chamber
Enacted
What does this bill do?
This bill declares August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California, recognizing the coast’s importance to residents, businesses, and coastal communities. It also highlights the need to protect, restore, and conserve the state’s coastline, coastal habitats, and the people who depend on them.
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This measure would proclaim August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California.
This measure would proclaim August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California.
This measure would proclaim August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California.
WHEREAS, The California coast is integral to the states identity because of its natural beauty, economic impact, and recreational utility; and
WHEREAS, Generations of indigenous tribes in California have helped preserve, protect, and maintain much of Californias natural coastline; and
WHEREAS, According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, California has approximately 3,427 miles of coastline; and
WHEREAS, Californias coastal counties are home to 68 percent of the states population; and
WHEREAS, Californias beaches bring millions of people from around the world each year to surf, kayak, fish, dive, or simply enjoy the scenery, contributing billions of dollars to Californias gross domestic product; and
WHEREAS, Californias mild climate and weather patterns are heavily influenced by the ocean, supporting some of the most productive agricultural areas in the United States; and
WHEREAS, On average, Californias commercial fishing industry generates more than $150,000,000 each year for fishers; and
WHEREAS, Coastal wetlands in California serve as nurseries for many ocean animals and provide critical habitats for numerous endangered and threatened species; and
WHEREAS, Forty-three species of marine mammals call Californias coast home; and
WHEREAS, More than 180 species of seabirds and shorebirds live or visit the California coast; and
WHEREAS, Many migratory animals, such as sharks, fish, turtles, and whales, stop along Californias coast; and
WHEREAS, California has lost 90 percent of its coastal wetlands; and
WHEREAS, Californias coastal wetlands protect communities from floods, improve water quality, and reduce the impacts of climate change by sequestering carbon dioxide; and
WHEREAS, Coastal communities have been hard hit by recurring storms, flooding, coastal erosion, and other natural disasters, highlighting the coasts vulnerability to climate change; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California, in recognition of the fundamental importance of the coast to Californias economy, communities, and identity, and in recognition of the need to protect, bolster, and conserve Californias coastline, residents, and habitats; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, The California coast is integral to the states identity because of its natural beauty, economic impact, and recreational utility; and
WHEREAS, Generations of indigenous tribes in California have helped preserve, protect, and maintain much of Californias natural coastline; and
WHEREAS, According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, California has approximately 3,427 miles of coastline; and
WHEREAS, Californias coastal counties are home to 68 percent of the states population; and
WHEREAS, Californias beaches bring millions of people from around the world each year to surf, kayak, fish, dive, or simply enjoy the scenery, contributing billions of dollars to Californias gross domestic product; and
WHEREAS, Californias mild climate and weather patterns are heavily influenced by the ocean, supporting some of the most productive agricultural areas in the United States; and
WHEREAS, On average, Californias commercial fishing industry generates more than $150,000,000 each year for fishers; and
WHEREAS, Coastal wetlands in California serve as nurseries for many ocean animals and provide critical habitats for numerous endangered and threatened species; and
WHEREAS, Forty-three species of marine mammals call Californias coast home; and
WHEREAS, More than 180 species of seabirds and shorebirds live or visit the California coast; and
WHEREAS, Many migratory animals, such as sharks, fish, turtles, and whales, stop along Californias coast; and
WHEREAS, California has lost 90 percent of its coastal wetlands; and
WHEREAS, Californias coastal wetlands protect communities from floods, improve water quality, and reduce the impacts of climate change by sequestering carbon dioxide; and
WHEREAS, Coastal communities have been hard hit by recurring storms, flooding, coastal erosion, and other natural disasters, highlighting the coasts vulnerability to climate change; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California, in recognition of the fundamental importance of the coast to Californias economy, communities, and identity, and in recognition of the need to protect, bolster, and conserve Californias coastline, residents, and habitats; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, The California coast is integral to the states identity because of its natural beauty, economic impact, and recreational utility; and
WHEREAS, Generations of indigenous tribes in California have helped preserve, protect, and maintain much of Californias natural coastline; and
WHEREAS, According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, California has approximately 3,427 miles of coastline; and
WHEREAS, Californias coastal counties are home to 68 percent of the states population; and
WHEREAS, Californias beaches bring millions of people from around the world each year to surf, kayak, fish, dive, or simply enjoy the scenery, contributing billions of dollars to Californias gross domestic product; and
WHEREAS, Californias mild climate and weather patterns are heavily influenced by the ocean, supporting some of the most productive agricultural areas in the United States; and
WHEREAS, On average, Californias commercial fishing industry generates more than $150,000,000 each year for fishers; and
WHEREAS, Coastal wetlands in California serve as nurseries for many ocean animals and provide critical habitats for numerous endangered and threatened species; and
WHEREAS, Forty-three species of marine mammals call Californias coast home; and
WHEREAS, More than 180 species of seabirds and shorebirds live or visit the California coast; and
WHEREAS, Many migratory animals, such as sharks, fish, turtles, and whales, stop along Californias coast; and
WHEREAS, California has lost 90 percent of its coastal wetlands; and
WHEREAS, Californias coastal wetlands protect communities from floods, improve water quality, and reduce the impacts of climate change by sequestering carbon dioxide; and
WHEREAS, Coastal communities have been hard hit by recurring storms, flooding, coastal erosion, and other natural disasters, highlighting the coasts vulnerability to climate change; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California, in recognition of the fundamental importance of the coast to Californias economy, communities, and identity, and in recognition of the need to protect, bolster, and conserve Californias coastline, residents, and habitats; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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Date
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Status
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| Aug 27, 2026 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 216, Statutes of 2026. |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 3 p.m. |
| Aug 20, 2026 | In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling. |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Adopted and to Assembly. (Ayes 39. Noes 0. Page 5595.) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Adopted and to Assembly. (Ayes 39. Noes 0.) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | Ordered to special consent calendar. |
| Aug 12, 2026 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| Aug 11, 2026 | In Senate. To Com. on RLS. |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Adopted and to Senate. |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Adopted and to Senate. (Page 6105.) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to Third Reading. (Ayes 8. Noes 0.) (August 6). |
| Aug 6, 2026 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Aug 4, 2026 | From printer. |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Introduced. To print. |
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| Aug 20, 2026 | Special Consent ACR231 Addis | Senate Floor |
Passed |
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| Aug 6, 2026 | Be adopted. To third reading. | Assembly Standing Committee on Rules |
Passed |
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SENATE RULES COMMITTEE Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-4171 | ACR 231 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: ACR 231
Author: Addis (D)
Introduced: 8/3/26
Vote: 21
SUBJECT: Coastal Stewardship Day
SOURCE: Author
DIGEST:
This resolution proclaims August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- California’s beaches bring millions of people from around the world each year to surf, kayak, fish, dive, or simply enjoy the scenery, contributing billions of dollars to California’s gross domestic product.
- California’s coastal counties are home to 68% of the state’s population.
- On average, California’s commercial fishing industry generates more than $150 million each year for fishers.
- California has lost 90% of its coastal wetlands.
- California’s coastal wetlands protect communities from floods, improve water quality, and reduce the impacts of climate change by sequestering carbon dioxide.
- Coastal communities have been hard hit by recurring storms, flooding, coastal erosion, and other natural disasters, highlighting the coast’s vulnerability to climate change.
This resolution proclaims August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California, in recognition of the fundamental importance of the coast to California’s economy, communities, and identity, and in recognition of the need to protect, bolster, and conserve California’s coastline, residents, and habitats.
Related/Prior Legislation
ACR 225 (Addis, Chapter 196, Statutes of 2024)
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
SUPPORT: (Verified 8/11/26)
None received
OPPOSITION: (Verified 8/11/26)
None received
Prepared by: Destiny Bustos / SFA / (916) 651-4171
8/12/26 14:01:57
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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING
ATR Bill Id:ACR 231
Author:(Addis)
As Introduced Ver:August 3, 2026
Majority vote
SUMMARY
Proclaims August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California in recognition of the fundamental importance of the coast to California's economy, communities, and identity; and, in recognition of the need to protect, bolster, and conserve California's coastline, residents, and habitats.
Major Provisions
- The California coast is integral to the state's identity because of its natural beauty, economic impact, and recreational utility. According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, California has approximately 3,427 miles of coastline.
- California's coastal counties are home to 68% of the state's population.
- California's beaches bring millions of people from around the world each year to surf, kayak, fish, dive, or simply enjoy the scenery, contributing billions of dollars to California's gross domestic product.
- California's mild climate and weather patterns are heavily influenced by the ocean, supporting some of the most productive agricultural areas in the United States.
- Forty-three species of marine mammals call California's coast home and more than 180 species of seabirds and shorebirds live or visit the California coast. Many migratory animals, such as sharks, fish, turtles, and whales, stop along California's coast.
- California's coastal wetlands protect communities from floods, improve water quality, and reduce the impacts of climate change by sequestering carbon dioxide.
- Generations of indigenous tribes in California have helped preserve, protect, and maintain much of California's natural coastline.
COMMENTS
According to the Author
ACR 231 highlights the importance of protecting and safeguarding the health of California's coastline for our and future generations. California and its coast are deeply linked with one another as the coast provides California with its identity and also heavily influences our economy. Sadly, our coast has been threatened by new drilling operations. We must protect our marine environments and the unique species that call it home.
Arguments in Support
None on file
Arguments in Opposition
None on file
FISCAL COMMENTS
No fiscal impact. This resolution is keyed non-fiscal by Legislative Counsel.
VOTES
ASM RULES: 8-0-2
YES: Pacheco, Lackey, Dixon, Garcia, Mark González, Irwin, Michelle Rodriguez, Zbur
ABS, ABST OR NV: Sanchez, Arambula
UPDATED
VERSION: August 3, 2026
CONSULTANT: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0003396
Date of Hearing: August 6, 2026
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES
Blanca Pacheco, Chair
ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 231 (
Author:Addis) – As Introduced Ver:August 3, 2026
SUBJECT: Coastal Stewardship Day.
SUMMARY: Proclaims August 10, 2026, as Coastal Stewardship Day in California in recognition of the fundamental importance of the coast to California’s economy, communities, and identity; and, in recognition of the need to protect, bolster, and conserve California’s coastline, residents, and habitats. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- The California coast is integral to the state’s identity because of its natural beauty, economic impact, and recreational utility. According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, California has approximately 3,427 miles of coastline.
- California’s coastal counties are home to 68 percent of the state’s population.
- California’s beaches bring millions of people from around the world each year to surf, kayak, fish, dive, or simply enjoy the scenery, contributing billions of dollars to California’s gross domestic product.
- California’s mild climate and weather patterns are heavily influenced by the ocean, supporting some of the most productive agricultural areas in the United States.
- Forty-three species of marine mammals call California’s coast home and more than 180 species of seabirds and shorebirds live or visit the California coast. Many migratory animals, such as sharks, fish, turtles, and whales, stop along California’s coast.
- California’s coastal wetlands protect communities from floods, improve water quality, and reduce the impacts of climate change by sequestering carbon dioxide.
- Generations of indigenous tribes in California have helped preserve, protect, and maintain much of California’s natural coastline.
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
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