Assembly Floor

[Roll Call]

We ask our guests and our visitors in the gallery and in the rear of the chamber to please stand for the prayer and the pledge. Today's prayer will be offered by our Assembly chaplain, Imam Yasir Khan. Imam Yasir.

In the name of God, the most gracious, the most merciful, Almighty God, for this new day with his promise and potential, we thank you. May our part in this day be full of meaning and hope for others. May our efforts and our words be characterized by kindness. By kindness and give expression to the goodwill and truth that is within us. May they also be the key which unlocks the good and truth in others. Amin.

We ask that you remain standing and join us in the nation's pledge. Please join us in Member Holden as he leads us in the flag salute.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members and guests, place your right hand over your heart. Repeat after me. I pledge allegiance.

Thank you. You may be seated. Reading of the previous day's Journal

Assembly Chamber Sacramento Wednesday, May 17, 2023 the Assembly met at 07:00 a.m. The Honorable Juan Carrillo

Assembly Member Mr. Gallagher seconds that the reading of the previous day's Journal will be dispensed with. Presentations and petitions, there are none. Introductions and references of bills will be deferred. Reports of committees will be deemed read and amendments deemed adopted. Messages from the Governor, there are none. Messages from the Senate, there are none.

Moving to motions and resolutions, the absences for the day, for personal business, Assembly Member Addis, and for personal illness, Assembly Member Davies and Assembly Member Rodriguez and Majority Leader Reyes. You are recognized for your procedural motions.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I request unanimous consent to suspend Assembly Rule 45.5 to allow Assembly Members Joe Patterson and Juan Carillo to speak on an adjournment in memory today

Without objection. Such shall be the order.

I request unanimous consent to suspend Assembly Rule 118 A to allow Assemblymember Holden to have guests and photographers on the floor and Assembly Members Lowenthal and Mathis to have guests seated at their desk today. At the request of the author, please remove item 31, SB 439. Skinner from the consent calendar.

Pursuant to Assembly Rule 96, I request unanimous consent to re refer the following bills to Committee SB 27, Durazo, from the labor and Employment Committee to the Judiciary Committee, and then back to the labor and Employment Committee, SB 284, Wiener from the Utilities and Energy Committee to the labor and Employment Committee, and then back to the Utilities and Energy Committee, SB 335, Cortese from the labor and Employment Committee to the Local Government Committee and Revenue and Taxation Committee, and SB 726, Archuleta from the Revenue and Taxation Committee to the Military and Veterans Affairs Committee, and then back to the Revenue and Taxation Committee.

I request unanimous consent to withdraw SB 101, Skinner from the Budget Committee and order the Bill to the second reading file. Mr. Flora, for what purpose do you seek recognition? We withhold consent.

Ask for a roll call vote.

Very well. Members, this is a motion to withdraw SB 101. Majority Leader is asking for an aye vote. Mr. Flora is asking for a no vote. Clerk will open the roll. All those vote who desire to vote. All those vote who desire to vote. Members, this takes 41. Clerk will close the roll, tally the votes. Ayes, 41. noes 13. Rules are suspended. We'll begin with Assemblymember Lowenthal. You are recognized at your desk for your guest introductions.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Members, very pleased to reintroduce to you all three people that are extremely important in my life since you've seen them last, they have changed their perspective. And when I say their perspective has changed, I mean collectively about eight inches, I would say in their height. They have changed grades. They're now in going into 8th grade, 6th grade and fourth grade. Two of them have been named to club soccer teams. All three of them are going to be participating in junior guards. And all three of them extremely happy to be here in Sacramento with you all. Welcome, Olivia, Raquel and Violet Lowenthal.

Thank you. Mr. Lowenthal and Ms. Rubio, you're recognized at your desk for your guest introductions.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Members today in the gallery, I have over 30 students from Baldwin Park Unified School District, my hometown, on their annual capital trip. I'm always delighted to have students from the 40 eigth Assembly District here in Sacramento. Please join me in welcoming students from Baldwin Park High School, North Park High School and Sierra Vista High School to our floor at the State Assembly.

Thank you. And Assemblywoman Schiavo, you're recognized at your desk for your guest introductions.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Members. I rise to introduce Members of a delegation from the United Kingdom assembled through the UK's Innovation funding body, Innovate UK. Joining us in the gallery are leaders in the governmental and industrial sectors making strides in advancing electric vehicles for clean transportation future. We'll also have a reception following this.

If people are able and interested in coming, please see me for details and please help me welcome our friends from the UK who are partners in thought and commerce in pursuing aggressive climate goals. Welcome to United States and to California's Assembly.

Thank you, Ms. Schiavo and Senator Mathis, you're recognized at your desk for your guest introduction.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Members. With me all week is my son Luke, 13. Just finished 8th grade with straight A's, so Summer camp got canceled, so he volunteered to hang out with dad. Welcome back, bud.

Thank you, Mr. Mathis. We're going to move on to business. On the daily file second reading. The Clerk will read

Senate Bill 652 and 736.

All bills are deemed read and all amendments are deemed adopted. And Ms. Aguiar Curry, you are recognized on file item two, SB 736, for purpose of amendments. Clerk will read

Senate Bill 736 with amendments by Assemblymember Aguiar Curry And Ms. Aguiar Curry. You may open on amendments.

Good afternoon, Mr. Speaker, Members. SB 736 will ratify the extension of the existing Tribal State Gaming Compact for my constituent tribe, the Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians of California. SB 736 will also ratify the new tribal State Gaming Compact entered into between both parties earlier this year. Amendments being taken on the floor today add an urgency clause. I respectfully ask for your aye vote on these amendments.

Thank you, Mr. Agar Curry. And seeing no other Members wishing to address the amendments without objection, we could take a voice vote. All those in favor say aye. All those opposed say nay. The ayes have it. The amendments are adopted. The Bill is out to print and back on file. Members, we're going to be moving on to file item three. This is back for concurrence ACR 60. The Clerk will read.

Assembly concurrent Resolution 60 by Assembly Member Holden and others. Relatives of the San Diego State University Aztecs.

And Assembly Member Holden, you may open on for concurrence.

Thank you. Mr. Speaker. I rise today to ask for concurrence in ACR 60 congratulating the San Diego State Aztecs for their amazing run through the March Madness Tournament and that they be recognized as unofficially but officially Aztec Day in California. The amendments are non substantive and the Bill has received bipartisan support. I respectfully ask for your vote.

Assemblymember Alvarez, you're recognized.

Thank you, Madam Speaker. Thank you. To my colleague, I rise as a proud San Diego State University Aztec Class of 2002. I almost said 22. I am a proud alum of this University from my hometown. I lived in San Diego my entire life. Many of you know that I, like many on the floor today, am the first one in my family to attend college, have a University education. And so I am proud because of that reason alone. But certainly today proud as a fan of athletics at San Diego State University, and today proud as a basketball fan. I have lived in San Diego my entire life and have been quite disappointed a lot by our sports teams over the years, to be quite honest. So anytime that we have a team, that is our team gets to as far as our men's basketball team did this year, it is a pride and joy for us as San Diegans. I remember several moments over the history of San Diego sports, some not so good, but some good ones. Just last year I actually attended in person the San Diego Padres when they eliminated the Los Angeles Dodgers. That was a great day in San Diego sports history when Tony Gwynn hit the 3000 hit. I remember watching that game, used to watch all the games with my father. Many amazing moments in San Diego history, sports history. But I don't think recently we've had a moment like the semi final game where I and some of my colleagues that are going to speak, Mr. Ward is going to speak. We were together on a delegation visit to visit San Diego State University's programs in Oaxaca, Mexico. And that was a previously planned event. And unfortunately, we were there and we couldn't be at the semifinal, but we were able to organize a watch party. And it was the most amazing, if anybody had a watch party during that semifinal game, it was an amazing thing to experience. I want to congratulate, obviously, all of the athletes want to thank all of you for giving San Diego such a moment of pride, a moment of joy that lasts for a long time. Then I was able to make it to the final, and you still made us proud. So I know that Coach Dutcher, if he had the opportunity to say something, would be to acknowledge coach Fisher. When I arrived to San Diego State in 1998, and Coach Fisher arrived there the year after that. The story you've read about that Coach Fisher used to walk around campus to hand out tickets so that people would come and watch the game because nobody would go to basketball games is an absolutely true story. I was one of those recipients of those free tickets to where we are now, where everybody wants that ticket. It is the hottest ticket in town. You have all made us very, very proud. As an Aztec, as an alum, as a San Diegan, and as a Californian, I stand to congratulate and thank you all for your hard work and dedication, for making us proud. Congratulations to SDSU men's Basketball team.

Assembly Member Ward. You are recognized.

Well, thank you, Madam Speaker. I also rise in support of ACR 60 as a proud representative of San Diego State University, the home of the Aztecs, to recognize the SDSU men's basketball team's historic season and the national championship appearance this year. San Diego State became the first CSU and the first team in the Mountain West Conference to reach both the Final Four and the national championships, cementing their spot as a top tier basketball program in California and in the nation. In his six seasons as the head coach, Brian Dutcher became the first coach in program history to win 20 or more games in each of his first six seasons while leading the Aztecs to four NCAA Tournament appearances and five Mountain West Conference titles. San Diego is proud of our team's achievements this season, including a 15-1home game record and 32 season wins, the second most in program history. For these reasons, I thank you for your consideration. They're not just the pride of San Diego today. They are the pride of California. We're going to hear, hopefully, from some of them about their visit here for SDSU Day at the Capitol, and I respectfully request your. I vote on concurrence in ACR 50.

Assembly Member Boerner, you are recognized.

Thank you. And I rise also in support of ACR 60. I bought these leg warmers on the day of the Final Four. You guys, they're all yours. And then, I'm not a basketball fan. I'm not actually a very big sports fan, except for maybe soccer. But going to the Final Four and watching this team play and watching their grit and their endurance and their athletic prowess made me into a basketball fan. So you can thank or not thank me for that, thank them for that. But I also want us to remember, what do athletics bring our society, other than the pure joy of the game. Each one of these players and each one of the women's basketball players and the sports players that we see, and across all the different traditional and independent sports, they learn leadership, they learn perseverance, they learn endurance, and those are all important qualities in creating leadership as they go on beyond San Diego State. Whether they're going to go to the NBA or they're going to go into the workforce, we need that type of leadership. And I really appreciate our CSUs and especially San Diego State in our backyard for really ensuring that we have a new generation of leaders that are coming up, and I think we know the future is in very good hands. So I ask for your aye vote on ACR 60.

Assembly Member Maienschein, you are recognized.

Thank you very much, Madam Chair, I stand in support of ACR 60. I want to say congratulations to the San Diego State Aztecs for such a great season. For those of you who may be unfamiliar with San Diego, we're so fortunate to have such a great University. I think for so many of us, our staffs are comprised of probably a majority of San Diego State Aztec graduates. I know mine is so proud of Coach Dutcher, resident of my district. Maybe I deserve some credit. Mr. No. So proud of the team to give us something to root for all season long, the excitement, certainly the last shot in the Final Four game, but to have something to cheer for in a city that has often starved for sports success. We're so grateful to what you all have given us. And even more importantly, if you talk to the players on the team, you really realize that besides being great athletes, they're well spoken, they're intelligent, they're going to be assets. And we hope, of course, they have a very long basketball career. But at the end of all that, what's more important is what they'll end up doing after that. And I think we're very fortunate to be represented by such a great group of young men. I also want to thank the Administration, the coaching staff, the donors who have done so much for this program over the years, to see it grow from a time they're giving away tickets to a time now where it's a real treat to get to go out and watch an Aztecs men's basketball game. So thank you all for the thrills that you all gave us. We're very grateful for it, and I strongly recommend an aye vote.

Dr. Weber, you're recognized.

Thank you, Madam Speaker. I, too, rise in support of ACR 60. I want to thank my colleague from Pasadena and a former Aztec basketball player for bringing this resolution to the floor. Prior to redistricting, SDSU was actually in my district. And prior to me, it was represented by my mother for about 10 years, but even before that. So I am not an official Aztec, but I say I am an adopted Aztec because many of you are aware of the fact that my mother was a Professor at San Diego State for 40 years. She was one of the founders of the Black Studies Department. And so I actually was raised on that campus because I had to be there almost every day after preschool or school. And so it is amazing to see what the campus has become and what these young men did, not only for San Diego, but for all of California. And when you speak to them, I was actually very shocked to find out that the majority of the team are actually from California, different parts of California, some of the larger cities and some of the smaller cities. And so when they were out there representing San Diego State, they were actually representing the best of California. So thank you so very much. These are young men with a bright, bright future ahead of them, as you stated, very academically sound as well as athletically. So thank you for what you have done and thank you for what you will continue to do, because I know this is just the beginning for you all. Thank you.

Thank you. Dr. Weber. Seeing and hearing, no others wishing to speak, Assembly Member Holden, would you like to close?

Thank you, Madam Speaker. This is really a proud day for all Californians and certainly for all of us who are in this moment. And we have a chance to witness these young men who I can identify with. I know what a preseason before you get into your classes, you're out there at 06:00 in the morning running, and then you have your class schedule, you have lunch, then you're back out working, two a days, weights, tracks. Took a long time before we actually got back into the court and actually played basketball. So I understand the journey that they've been on as student athletes. And I think for them today, this has been, from what I can take away from our earlier encounter this morning, quite an educational experience for them. To be here at the Capitol, to see all of you here in this august place, to be able to do laws that make a difference for all Californians. This is a civics encounter that I never had when I was their age. And so to be able to be here and say thank you to what they've been able to accomplish on the basketball court and make all of us proud and the things that they've been able to do there equally. We're proud of them as students. We're proud of them as student athletes who have chosen an amazing University to get their education. We thank their coach and the coaching staff and the Administration who've done so much to make their environment of education an excellent one. And so, today is your day. This is an opportunity for us to say thank you. And certainly for one who is an Aztec, who knows what it's like to have been at least part of the journey, that you have been able to go on, but have been living vicariously through your accomplishments ever since. And so, congratulations to all of you. This ACR 60 is for you.

Thank you, Assembly Member Holden. The Clerk will open the roll for concurrence and Senate amendments. All those votes who desire to vote, all those votes who desire to vote, all those votes who desire to vote, all those votes who desire to vote, the Clerk will close the roll ayes. 72, no, zero. The Senate amendments are concurred in. And Assembly Member Holden, you are recognized for your guest introductions.

Thank you, Madam Speaker. Members, today is a special day, as I said, for the San Diego State alumni, and it's an honor to welcome the Members of the Aztec men's basketball team to the Assembly. As was pointed out, they became the first University, Cal State University. We have the players that are in the gallery and in the rear of the chamber. With us is John David Wicker, the SDSU Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. Brian Dutcher, SDSU Aztec head coach and Aztec's men's basketball players, Micah Parrish and Lamont Butler. Let me just say real quick, because Lamont Butler hit that last shot, it gave me an opportunity to actually go to a game, the finals, and see you all play. So thank you for that.

And with Ms. Koreo, we are going to move forward to file item number 10. This is ACR 84. The Clerk will read.

Assembly concurrent Resolution 84 by Assembly Member Wendy Carrillo and others relative to the 80th anniversary of the Zoot suit rides.

And Ms. Carrillo, you may open on the resolution.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Members. Today I am proud to present ACR 84 as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the zoot suit riots in the California State Assembly. The zoot suit riots were a series of racially motivated attacks on Mexican American Latinos, African American zoot suit wearers in my district and across the City of Los Angeles by American service Members and some law enforcement officers during World War II. The riots were ultimately the result of rising prejudices, biases and hate against Mexican American and the Latino community. The event is one of the most shocking and disturbing examples of the adversity our community has faced in California within our centuries long presence, and it's emblematic of instances in which the expression of Mexican culture has been met with violent hostility. Zoot suits, a common outfit style during the 1940s, usually consisted of a baggy suit composed of broad shoulders, draped jacket, a long chain, and balloon leg trousers. They were a widespread fashion trend among Mexican American, African American, Asian American, and Italian American young people. The look became iconic among Mexican Americans in Southern California, and these individuals referred themselves as pachucos, a name linked to Mexican Americans' generation's rebellion against both the Mexican and American cultures. While the outfits were beloved and familiar in Eastside communities like my own, they were not always well regarded by mainstream American society. Amid rising racial tensions during World War II, a wave of prejudices swept the American news media and demonizing suitsuiters as dangerous gang Members capable of the most heinous crime. Sadly, Members, this is a history that repeats itself in rhetoric. The relentless and persistent negative portrayal of Mexican American young people, particularly those wearing suit suits, as inherently prone to criminal behavior fueled an atmosphere charged with racial bias. It is within this volatile background that the clash between predominantly white American servicemen stationed in Southern California and Pachucos unfolded. What began as a series of minor altercations soon erupted into a full blown eruption of violence against Pachucos and Pachucas all over Los Angeles. Between June and August of 1943, the riots unleashed mass violence in my district and across the City of Los Angeles. These attacks involved brutal beatings, strip searching, and the destruction of suit suits themselves. As individuals took it upon themselves to undress and strip men from their suits, pachucos were hunted in the streets, dragged from their homes and cars, sought out in public parks, movie theaters and markets, and brutally beaten by American servicemen. Unfortunately, law enforcement's inadequate intervention and in some cases, their very own participation in the violence, only deepened the wounds. The events also saw the mass arrests of more than 500 Mexican American young men who were accused of instigating the riots while very few American servicemen were arrested, fueling intense criticism of the LAPD's response to the riots at the time. The riots sparked discussions on civil rights and the treatment of minority groups, contributing to the broader civil rights movement that gained momentum in the following decades. Herman Valdez, known as Tintan, is an incredible actor during Mexico's Golden Age of cinema, made the Pachuco style popular, and later author Luis Valdez authored the play Suitsuit, with music written by Daniel Valdez and Lalo Guerrero, which is based on the Sleepy Lagoon murder trial in East Los Angeles. Members, we cannot talk about suit suit riots without recognizing the Sleepy Lagoon case and the 17 young Mexican American men from East Los Angeles who were ordered by a judge to continue to wear their suit suit during the trial to continue the bias profiling as suit suitors, as criminals.

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The play, which brought this history to light, became the first Chicano play on Broadway in 1979 and was later turned into a movie starring Edward James Olmos. Today, the suit suit symbolizes Mexican American, Chicano, and Pachuco identity and Defiance against racism. And this historical injustice, reflecting on California's greatest history requires all of us to acknowledge our past as a Latino caucus celebrates our 50 years as a caucus in the California Legislature. This is the first time that we acknowledge what happened in our community during the suit suit riots 80 years ago.

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Thank you, Mr. Speaker. In honor of recognizing our history and the history of Pachucos, I respectfully request the first role be open to co authors.

Thank you, Ms. Wilson. You're recognized on the resolution.

Good afternoon, Mr. Speaker and Members of this great Assembly. As chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus, we rise today to show our solidarity and alliance with our Mexican American brothers and sisters in California. The African American and Mexican American culture and communities have always been close, in proximity and similar in traditions and expressions, in food, clothing, family gatherings, music, etc. In addition to our young Mexican American brothers targeted many African Americans who were targeted in this stark act of clear and vile racism, marked largely by the clothing attire which happened to be the prevalent attire of the day among young people in our communities. Recalling this 1943 horrific State of affairs, clearly there is still more work to be done because the racism and racial profiling. Back then, in some ways still occurs today. We still have many young African American and Mexican Americans being singled out for what turns out to be routine activities like the clothes they wear, like walking, driving in and around our neighborhoods and communities. As we've heard across the nation, some people just going for a jog. So today we need to lift up and celebrate and preserve the cultures of our brothers and sisters and illustrate the need to continue advocating for racial justice and equality for our Black and brown communities. The California Legislative Black Caucus stands with the California Latino Caucus and we respectfully ask for your aye vote and join on co-authors on ACR 84.

Thank you, Assembly Wilson. Assembly Luz Rivas, you are recognized on the resolution.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise on behalf of the California Latino Legislative Caucus in support of ACR 84. Today we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Los Angeles Zootsuit riots. A dark moment in our state's history. The Zootsuit was worn in the 1920s by black, Filipino and Mexican Americans, both men and women. This fashion statement prompted a violent racial attack on racial, gender, and cultural identities in Los Angeles. Mexican Americans were overwhelmingly the victims in the zoot suit riots, a misguided persecution against our Latino communities. In June of 1943, 80 years ago, white US servicemen armed with alternative weapons sought Mexican American neighborhoods in search of zoot suitors, dragging kids, some as young as 12 years old, out of movie. Theaters and diners, bars and cafes. Tearing the clothes off the young men's bodies, they viciously beat them on the streets of downtown LA and East Los Angeles. Racial tensions in Los Angeles were already high due to the sleepy Lagoon murder trial where racist stereotypes of Latino youth were introduced as evidence. To this day, there is justified anger by our exploited communities who encountered this persecution. In fact, these events were key moments in the political awakening of Mexican Americans and Pachucos in Chicano identity, resistance and style. It's important that we also do not erase the story of the Pachucas and other Mexican American women who were not acknowledged in the Chicano movement. Their narratives defied traditional gender roles. This attire was a source of community pride for not only men, but also women. Pachucas were depicted negatively in news coverage of the riots due to the perceived threat to traditional gender roles and femininity during World War II. Therefore, colleagues, let us not just remember, but also fight against racial and ethnic discrimination in any form. May we continue to acknowledge and respect the complexities of gendered cultural resistance against oppression and redefine Pachuco, Sampachukas, and the Zoot suit. Thank you and I join our colleague from Los Angeles in respectfully asking for an I vote on ACR 84. Thank you.

Thank you, Ms. Rivas and Assemblywoman Quirk-Silva, you're recognized on the resolution.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tell a story of the city. I represent Fullerton on Harbor Boulevard in Fullerton. We have a business called Zootsuits, and this business has now been there for over 40 years. It's a family owned business by the Estrella family. Permission to read without objection. Opening its doors for business in 1978, Al Pacico Zoot Suits, located in Harbor Boulevard, Fullerton has been a family business. Phyllis Estrella, who was born and raised and married in Fullerton, remembers starting the store over 45 years ago after seeing the production of Louis Valdez Play Zootsuit. She wanted to recreate the atmosphere. She loved what she saw, but she knew that there was a negative connotation of the zoot suit. She wanted to bring dignity to the suit and the people who wore them. Some of you who know or have seen the zoot suit will know that it is an intricate fabric and the way that the pants drape with pleats, I will tell you that my husband, Jesus Silva, loves the pleated pants. They're high waisted and it was seen as a very attractive to the body. But it is quite interesting business. Its decor is purple with black with the zoot suit. And it's been located on the corner of harbor in Fullerton for over 40 years. With that, I ask for your aye vote on ACR 84.

Thank You, Ms. Quirk-Silva and Majority Leader Reyes, you're recognized on the resolution.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. And thank you to my colleague from Los Angeles. I want to tell the story of Jesus Munoz, a World War II veteran, successful businessman. I recognized him as my veteran of the year many years ago. And during those conversations, of course, we asked details about his service and what he had done. We knew him as that successful businessman who had opened doors for so many other businessmen coming after him. But when he shared the story of coming out on leave while he was serving during World War II, he talked about the fact that he had gone into, they'd all gone home. They got dressed up in their zoot suit. They were ready to go out, and to celebrate that they were on leave, they went to a bar, and they were attacked. He was stripped of all of his clothing, stripped of all of his clothing and beat to a pulp. He remembers that more so than he remembers the time that he served. He has since passed away. But I remember that, and I think what a horror that we allowed this to happen. But I am so glad that you are bringing this up, because I think that the best thing when we review history, we have to remember that we must vow never to let it happen again. So, again, thank you to my colleague from Los Angeles.

Thank you, Ms. Reyes. And seeing no other Members wishing to be recognized on the resolution. Ms. Creo, anything further to close? Very well. The first roll will be open for co authors. Clerk will open the roll. All those vote who desire to vote. This is for co authors. Clerk will close the roll. There are 71 co-authors, 72 co-authors. Without objection, we'll take a voice vote on the resolution. All those in favor say aye. All those opposed say nay. The ayes have it. Resolution is adopted. And Ms. Carrillo, you are recognized for your guest introductions on this resolution.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. And Members, there will be an opportunity for a photo with our guests in the Willie Brown Room after session, as well as a vehicle from the 1940s, a bomber vehicle displayed right outside the Capitol as you head back to the swing space.

As we commemorate the Zoot Suit Riots and emphasize the resilience of the Mexican-American and all communities across Los Angeles and our history, I would like to welcome our distinguished guests who've joined us today in the gallery to help mark this occasion. Francine Mata, President of the Sacramento Lowrider Commission, Arthur and Betty Limone, who travel from Southern California representing the LA Lowrider alliance and the 50th Chicano Moratorium Committee, as well as George Guido, Mark Ramirez, and Phil Fisher.

Welcome to your California State Assembly.

Next, by Ms. Wilson. We're going to take up file item 19. This is SB 329. Clerk will read.

Senate Bill 329 by Senator Dodd and others in accolade in the local government.

And Ms. Wilson, you may open on the Bill.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, I rise today to present SB 329. This Bill will raise the compensation limits for City Council Members in general law cities for the first time since 1984. This Bill aligns the new limits with the California Consumer Price Index to reflect the economic reality of today. Local control is strongly preserved in this legislation. A pay increase would have to be voted on by a City Council at two separate meetings and would only take effect after the next election.

Voters will still have the ability, via a ballot measure, to set compensation at any level. The Legislature has not raised the base pay amount for City Council Members in 39 years. In my district and in much of our state, we've all seen the cost of living increase dramatically since then. City councils should be reflective of the communities they represent. And I believe raising their compensation is an important step to achieving that equitable outcome and ensuring diverse voices from varying socioeconomic backgrounds can serve.

There is no opposition to this Bill. This Bill received unanimous bipartisan support and Committee, and I hope to see that continue on the floor today. I respectfully ask for your Aye vote. Thank you.

Thank you. Assemblywoman Wilson, seeing no Members, wishes to speak on this Bill. Clerk will open the roll. All those vote who desire to vote. All those vote who desire to vote, Clerk will close roll. Tally the votes. Ayes 67. No, zero. The Bill is passed. We're moving to a vote on the consent calendar. Does any Member wish to pull an item for the consent calendar? Seeing and hearing none. Clerk will read the second-day consent calendar.

Senate Bill 439 by Senator Skinner in accolade in civil actions.

And Clerk will open the roll on the consent calendar. All those vote who desire to vote. All those vote who desire to vote. Clerk, strike the roll. We are going to reread the consent calendar. 31 has been file Item 31 has been removed. We are going to move to a vote on the consent calendar, which is only file item 32. Clerk will open the roll. Clerk will read and open the roll.

Senate Joint resolution three by Senator Roth and others, relatives of the City of Eastville.

Open the roll. All those vote who desire to vote. All those vote who desire to vote, Clerk will close. Roll tally. Votes aye 71. No. Zero. Consent Calendar is adopted. Members and announcements. The San Diego State Aztecs will be having a reception at 2:30 in room 317. At this time, our quorum call is lifted. We will be moving to adjournments in memory. So if you are here, we ask that you give respectful attention to those given permission to speak on an adjournment in memory. And Mr. Joe Patterson, you're recognized on your adjournment in memory.

Great. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, I ask that you rise to adjourn in the memory of Casey Rivara. Casey was tragically killed while performing a good deed in our community, one of the people that makes our county a special place to live. Casey embodied the definition of a good Samaritan. He put his life on the line one last time. He volunteered often at his children's school in order to have a positive impact on students.

Casey is described by his family as the kindest, most amazing husband and father. Those who knew Casey said he was full of compassion for others. Always. Even his final act was one that embodied these values. Casey Rivara was 41 years old and is survived by his wife, Angel. 11-year-old daughter and a six-year-old son. I'm so proud of those in my community who have flooded Casey's family with messages of gratitude and stories of how Casey touched their lives.

There's been a tremendous outpouring of love, kindness and support during this very difficult time. Members, I ask that we adjourn in the memory of Casey Rivara. Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Patterson and Assemblymember Carrillo, you're recognized at your desk for your adjournment in memory.

1962 in Jordan, Kamal's life was a testament to dedication, service, and a profound commitment to fostering unity and education. Kamal's journey led him to Palmdale in the early 1990s, where he established deep roots and contributed significantly to the betterment of our community. For over 25 years, Kamal served as a real estate broker in Assembly District 39, digitally assisting individuals and families in finding their dream homes and shaping the fabric of our neighborhoods. However, Kamal's influence extended far beyond the realm of real estate.

He was a visionary leader driven by a desire to create positive change. In 1999, he founded the Guidance Charter School, an institution that quickly gained recognition as one of Palmdale's top performing schools. Kamal firmly believed in empowering students and parents by providing them with local educational choices. Kamal's dedication to public safety and community engagement was evident through his role as the President of the Palmdale Sheriff Station Community Advisory Committee from 2011 to 2023.

Collaborating with four esteemed captains, he focused on promoting compliance with Department of Justice standards, advocating for community-based policy, and acting as a vital liaison between underserved communities and law enforcement. His leadership was demonstrated through his adept NSYNC of Quarterly CAC Town hall meetings, fostering open dialogue and building trust between law enforcement and community. Kamal's final public appearance was in April of 2023, when he led the Town hall meeting in Leona Valley, leaving an indelible mark on our collective memory.

Kamal was an only fine force within our diverse community, celebrating our rich cultural heritage and fostering understanding through events like the AB International Heritage Picnic, which he organized from 2008 to 2014. His event brought people of all backgrounds together, encouraging the sharing of food, music, and camaraderie. Kamal recognized the importance of creating inclusive spaces between everyone where everyone felt a sense of belonging and unity. In the 1990s, Kamal played a pivotal role as a founding Member of the American Islamic Institute of the Antelope Valley.

Through his tireless efforts, the mosque became a hub for the local Muslim community and a welcoming space for the entire community. Beyond his numerous achievements, Kamal found joy in coaching soccer for his two sons' teams, with AYSO in Palmdale, dedicating eight years to nurturing hundreds of young athletes and instilling in them the values of teamwork and perseverance. Tragically, Kamal's battle with fourth-stage pancreatic cancer cut short a life that was filled with purpose and dedicated service.

On June 1, one day after his 61st birthday, Kamal Al Khatib passed away, leaving a void in our hearts that can never be filled. On June 2, he was laid to rest in the Muslim cemetery in Rosman, surrounded by loved ones and respects of his life, friends, and grateful community. Kamal Al-Khatib survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Sainaf, and their three children, Shadi, Dana, and Remy. He also lives behind five brothers and two sisters.

We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones, knowing that their loss is immeasurable and their grief is shared by all who were touched by Kamal's remarkable life. Today, as we adjourn his memory of Kamal Al-Khatib, let us honor his legacy by embracing his unwavering commitment to education, unity, and public service. May his memory inspire us to bridge divides, empower communities, and build a brighter future for all Californians.

May Kamal souls rest in eternal peace, and may his profound contributions continue to guide us as we strive to create a more inclusive, compassionate, and harmonious society. Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Carrillo. Members, please bring the names to the desk to be printed in the journal. All requests to adjourn the memory will be deemed read and printed in the journal. Moving to announcements. Our Committee hearings are as follows. The Revenue and Taxation Committee will meet at 2:30 in Capital, Room 437. The Natural Resources Committee will meet at 2:30 in Capital, Room 447. And the Banking and Finance Committee will meet at 3:30 in Capital, Room 444. Our session schedule is as follows.

Tuesday, June 13, is check-in session. Wednesday, June 14, check-in session. Thursday, June 15 Floor session is at 09:00 a.m. Seeing and hearing no further business, I'm ready to entertain a motion to adjourn. Mr. Connolly moves. Mr. Hoover seconds that this House stands adjourned until Thursday, June 15, at 09:00 a.m. We are adjourned.