SCR 109: National Mentorship Month: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California.
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2026-03-04
Current Status:
Passed
(2026-03-04: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 12, Statutes of 2026.)
Introduced
In Committee
Awaiting First Chamber Vote
Passed First Chamber
In Committee
Awaiting Second Chamber Vote
Passed Second Chamber
Enacted
This measure would proclaim the month of January 2026 as National Mentorship Month in recognition of the commitment to mentorship by the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California.
This measure would proclaim the month of January 2026 as National Mentorship Month in recognition of the commitment to mentorship by the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California.
This measure would proclaim the month of January 2026 as National Mentorship Month in recognition of the commitment to mentorship by the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California.
WHEREAS, January is recognized across the nation as National Mentoring Month, a time to celebrate the power of mentorship and acknowledge the individuals and organizations that make a lasting impact in the lives of young people; and
WHEREAS, Since its founding in 1968, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California (BBBSofCC) has served as a pillar of mentorship and youth empowerment, providing guidance, stability, and opportunity to children throughout the central valley; and
WHEREAS, Over the past five decades, BBBSofCC has positively impacted the lives of more than 10,000 children and their families, fostering resilience, leadership, and hope through one-to-one mentoring relationships; and
WHEREAS, BBBSofCC has successfully implemented the High School Bigs Program across 21 unified school districts, serving more than 4,000 children and families each year throughout central California; and
WHEREAS, Through dedicated mentors, community partnerships, and innovative programming, BBBSofCC continues to inspire young people to reach their full potential, strengthening the fabric of our communities; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims January 2026 as National Mentorship Month; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature recognizes the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California for its unwavering commitment to the mentorship of children and families throughout the central California region and its enduring impact on future generations.
WHEREAS, January is recognized across the nation as National Mentoring Month, a time to celebrate the power of mentorship and acknowledge the individuals and organizations that make a lasting impact in the lives of young people; and
WHEREAS, Since its founding in 1968, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California (BBBSofCC) has served as a pillar of mentorship and youth empowerment, providing guidance, stability, and opportunity to children throughout the central valley; and
WHEREAS, Over the past five decades, BBBSofCC has positively impacted the lives of more than 10,000 children and their families, fostering resilience, leadership, and hope through one-to-one mentoring relationships; and
WHEREAS, BBBSofCC has successfully implemented the High School Bigs Program across 21 unified school districts, serving more than 4,000 children and families each year throughout central California; and
WHEREAS, Through dedicated mentors, community partnerships, and innovative programming, BBBSofCC continues to inspire young people to reach their full potential, strengthening the fabric of our communities; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims January 2026 as National Mentorship Month; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature recognizes the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California for its unwavering commitment to the mentorship of children and families throughout the central California region and its enduring impact on future generations.
WHEREAS, January is recognized across the nation as National Mentoring Month, a time to celebrate the power of mentorship and acknowledge the individuals and organizations that make a lasting impact in the lives of young people; and
WHEREAS, Since its founding in 1968, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California (BBBSofCC) has served as a pillar of mentorship and youth empowerment, providing guidance, stability, and opportunity to children throughout the central valley; and
WHEREAS, Over the past five decades, BBBSofCC has positively impacted the lives of more than 10,000 children and their families, fostering resilience, leadership, and hope through one-to-one mentoring relationships; and
WHEREAS, BBBSofCC has successfully implemented the High School Bigs Program across 21 unified school districts, serving more than 4,000 children and families each year throughout central California; and
WHEREAS, Through dedicated mentors, community partnerships, and innovative programming, BBBSofCC continues to inspire young people to reach their full potential, strengthening the fabric of our communities; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims January 2026 as National Mentorship Month; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature recognizes the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California for its unwavering commitment to the mentorship of children and families throughout the central California region and its enduring impact on future generations.
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| Mar 4, 2026 | Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 12, Statutes of 2026. |
| Mar 4, 2026 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 2 p.m. |
| Feb 26, 2026 | In Senate. Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 71. Noes 0. Page 4103.) Ordered to the Senate. |
| Feb 23, 2026 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to consent calendar. (Ayes 7. Noes 0.) (February 23). |
| Feb 9, 2026 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Feb 2, 2026 | In Assembly. Held at Desk. |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 39. Noes 0. Page 3337.) Ordered to the Assembly. |
| Jan 21, 2026 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Introduced. Referred to Com. on RLS. |
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Date
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Description
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Location
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Votes
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| Feb 26, 2026 | SCR 109 Grove Consent Calendar Second Day Regular Session | Assembly Floor |
Passed |
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| Feb 23, 2026 | Be adopted. To Consent Calendar. | Assembly Standing Committee on Rules |
Passed |
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| Feb 2, 2026 | The committee(s) on AEN recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS | Senate Floor |
Passed |
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Date of Hearing: February 23, 2026
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SUBJECT:
SUMMARY: Proclaims January 2026 as National Mentorship Month. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- January is recognized across the nation as National Mentoring Month, a time to celebrate the power of mentorship and acknowledge the individuals and organizations that make a lasting impact in the lives of young people.
- Since its founding in 1968, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California (BBBSofCC) has served as a pillar of mentorship and youth empowerment, providing guidance, stability, and opportunity to children throughout the Central Valley.
- Over the past five decades, BBBSofCC has positively impacted the lives of more than 30,000 children and their families, fostering resilience, leadership, and hope through one-to-one mentoring relationships.
- BBBSofCC has successfully implemented the High School Bigs Program across 21 unified school districts, serving more than 4,000 children and families each year throughout Central California.
- Through dedicated mentors, community partnerships, and innovative programming, BBBSofCC continues to inspire young people to reach their full potential, strengthening the fabric of our 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:
SENATE RULES COMMITTEE Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-4171 | SCR 109 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 109
Author: Grove (R), et al.
Introduced: 1/13/26
Vote: 21
SUBJECT: National Mentorship Month: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California
SOURCE: Author
DIGEST:
This resolution proclaims the month of January 2026 as National Mentorship Month in recognition of the commitment to mentorship by the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- January is recognized across the nation as National Mentoring Month, a time to celebrate the power of mentorship and acknowledge the individuals and organizations that make a lasting impact in the lives of young people.
- Since its founding in 1968, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California (BBBSofCC) has served as a pillar of mentorship and youth empowerment, providing guidance, stability, and opportunity to children throughout the central valley.
- Over the past five decades, BBBSofCC has positively impacted the lives of more than 10,000 children and their families, fostering resilience, leadership, and hope through one-to-one mentoring relationships.
- BBBSofCC has successfully implemented the High School Bigs Program across 21 unified school districts, serving more than 4,000 children and families each year throughout central California.
- Through dedicated mentors, community partnerships, and innovative programming, BBBSofCC continues to inspire young people to reach their full potential, strengthening the fabric of our communities.
This resolution recognizes the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California for its unwavering commitment to the mentorship of children and families throughout the central California region and its enduring impact on future generations.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
SUPPORT: (Verified 1/21/26)
None received
OPPOSITION: (Verified 1/21/26)
None received
Prepared by: Aizenia Randhawa / SFA / (916) 651-4171
1/21/26 16:05:29
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