Assembly Floor

The assembly is now in session. Assemblymember Alanis notices the absence of a quorum. The sergeant in arms will prepare the chamber and bring in the absent Members. The Clerk will call the roll.

[ROLL CALL]

Members, a quorum is present. We asked our guests and visitors in the rear of the chamber and in the gallery to please stand. We will begin the prayer in a moment.

Assemblymember Addis will offer today's prayer. Assemblymember Addis.

Lord, may we always be inclined towards keeping an open mind and open ear to what others do and say. May we always be known for our tolerance and compassion towards all of God's creatures. And may we find a way that all of humanity can live in peace and harmony with each other. May this be God's will. Amen.

Members, before we move to the pledge, your attention please. On Wednesday, March 26, Marysville Police Officer Osmar Rodarte tragically lost his life in the line of duty. I ask that you all please stand to observe. Stay standing to observe a moment of silence to honor the life of officer Rodarte. Thank you.

We ask our guests and visitors to remain standing and join us in the flag salute. Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez will lead us in the pledge.

Place your right hand over your heart. And repeat after me. I pledge allegiance to the flag.

You may be seated. To our guests and visitors today, state law prohibits persons in the gallery from interfering with legislative proceedings or disrupting the orderly conduct of official business. Persons disrupting legislative proceedings are subject to removal, arrest or other appropriate legal remedies. Reading of the previous day's journal.

Assembly Chamber Sacramento Thursday, March 6, 2025 the Assembly met at 9am The Honorable Josh Lowenthal, Speaker Pro Tempore of the Assembly Presiding Chief Clerk at the desk reading. Clerk David A. Bowman reading. Roll call. The roll was called.

Mr. Garcia moves and Mr. Flores seconds. That the reading of the previous day's journal be dispensed with. Presentations and petitions. There are none. Introduction and reference 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 will be deemed read and printed in the journal. Assistant majority leader Garcia, you are recognized for your procedural motions.

Madam Speaker, I request unanimous consent to suspend Assembly Rule 45.5 to allow Assemblymembers Hart and Gibson to speak on an adjournment in memory today.

Without objection. Such shall be the order.

I request unanimous consent to suspend Assembly rule 118A to allow Assemblymember Wicks to have guest seated seated at her desk and Assemblymembers Brian and Ortega to have guests in the rear of the chamber today.

Without objection. Such shall be the order.

At the request of the author, Please remove item 66, ACR 12, Quirk-Silva from the consent calendar.

The Clerk will note.

Pursuant to Assembly Rule 97, I request unanimous consent to re refer File Item 29 AB361 Schultz to the Appropriations Committee.

Without objection, such shall be the order.

Pursuant to Assembly Rule 96, I request unanimous consent to re refer the following bills. AB567 DeMaio from the Insurance Committee to the Revenue and Taxation Committee and then back to the insurance Committee. AB602 Haney from the Health Committee to the Higher Education Committee.

AB1104 Pellerin from the Utilities and Energy Committee to the labor and Employment Committee and then back to the Utilities and Energy Committee and AB1239 Dixon from the Human Services Committee to the Public Safety Committee.

Mr. Flora, you are recognized.

Thank you. Madam Speaker. Withhold consent ask for roll call vote.

Demaio for what purpose?

I object to a mass vote on these requests and asks that each individual bill referral be voted on individually. Or. The the the minority. The majority floor leader could separate separate out in his motion, AB567 and we can get this done in a more expeditious manner.

Members, we will take a vote on AB5C67. The motion is not debatable. We will open the roll. This is a motion to re-refer. The majority leader is asking for an aye vote. Mr. Demaio is asking for a no vote. This takes 41 votes. Ayes 42. noes 17. The motion carries. Mr.

Demaio, are you asking for a separate roll call vote on the remaining three bills?

No, I'm withdrawing the separate roll call vote request. We got our roll call vote for my bill. Thank you.

Without objection, the remaining bills have been re-referred.

Assemblymember Macedo, you are recognized for your remarks.

Thank you, Madam Speaker.

As many of you know, on Monday I had a little bit of an incident I have shared on the floor before that I have supraventricular tachycardia and that's something that I live with and I had one of my episodes on Monday and so I just wanted to take a moment to express a heartfelt gratitude to the great Doctor from Delana who I don't see her here today but she hung out with me throughout the day and really made a rather unfortunate situation rather wonderful and also to the good doctor from Fresno.

I felt so safe knowing that we had such capable and wonderful members here. So I also want to thank our speaker, our republican leader, the chief craft and her team and her staff as well as SAC Fire. It was really amazing to see the colleagues on both sides of the aisle that came together.

And for those of you that show genuine kindness, whether it was check ins or text messages or calls or flowers. All of it meant so much. And what a great moment for humankind to see that we're all just people. So thank you all.

And Madam Speaker, I just want to say I appreciate each and every one of you and we're going to disagree, but at the end of the day, we're all people and love you all. Thank you.

We will now move to guest introductions. Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez, you are recognized for your guest introduction.

Good morning, colleagues. It's my privilege today to introduce two exceptional individuals from the 36th Assembly District, Tony Gallegos and Olga Moreno. Tony and Olga are lifelong advocates for their community, continuing to make a meaningful impact across Imperial County in countless ways.

They are proud owners and operators of the renowned American Citizens Club in Brawley, a cherished institution with a rich history. The ACC was founded in 1943 by Hispanic War veterans who, after serving our country in times of war, faced exclusion from other veterans organizations and social clubs due to their ethnicity.

The ACC became a beacon of hope and unity for these veterans, and Tony and Olga have carried on that legacy of service and solidarity. Through their work with the ACC, Tony and Olga continue to enrich the lives of families across the Imperial County.

Their annual bike and toy drive is a beloved tradition, bringing joy to countless families and fostering a spirit of generosity and togetherness that defines our community. The American Citizen Club remains a vital gathering place still cherished by the people of Imperial County.

It stands as a testament to the progress we've made together both in California and across the nation. Tony and Olga, thank you for your unwavering dedication to the people of Imperial County and the State of California. Your service and commitment to our community are deeply appreciated. Thank you.

Welcome, Members. Please next give your attention to Assemblymember Arambula. You are recognized for your guest introduction.

Thank you, Madam Speaker and members, for the opportunity to present both my district director and my communications director. Those of you that have gotten to know me over the years know that I am now termed out.

And it's the first time I've had the opportunity for my communications director to come here to our assembly floor to see the work that we do. And so I want to take a moment and recognize Felicia Matlosz for her service in our office for years.

Felicia worked for over 21 years with the local newspaper and the Fresno Bee before working at other local news organizations and coming to our office.

She is now a trusted partner in helping to extend the voice that we have both on social media and on local platforms and without her service, it's difficult, difficult to be able to know how we will be able to communicate to our constituents all of the hard work that we do.

And so I now will present to you our district director, who keeps us grounded, who keeps us focused, and who keeps me reminded that our voters and our constituents are at home.

And so, for every one of you who can get distracted by what's shiny, by what's exciting, and by what's new up here, I encourage you to have a district director who keeps it real and who keeps you connected to your district. Because ultimately, that's what keeps you coming back up here.

And so, for every one of us, it's a good reminder to stay true to those staffers who have been true to you. Maria, I have known for over two decades. She has been with me the longest time in my office. And I am grateful to the work that we have been able to accomplish together.

Thank you, members, for the opportunity to introduce some of my local district team here to the capitol. And I'm appreciative that we have the opportunity to do the work here in the People's House. But we have to stay grounded and reminded about who we serve. And for each and every one of us, that's our constituents.

Thank you, Madam Speaker, for the opportunity to present Felicia and Maria to the assembly floor.

Assemblymember Bryan, you are recognized for your guest introduction.

Thank you, Madam Speaker and colleagues, I have the honor and the privilege to recognize the young men from the Pine Grove Incarcerated Firefighter Camp here in the back of chambers today. These young men are all younger than me.

They all worked on the Eaton fire for over three weeks, doing the grueling hand crew work that kept many communities safe. They are the walking embodiment of what second chances can and should look like. They are full of hope and optimism.

And I know I speak for the entire LA delegation when I say that they are heroes for their work fighting the largest wildfire disaster history our region had ever seen. Please join me in welcoming these young men.

So, as we take photos, I just want to say welcome to the California State Assembly. We're happy that you're here.

Members, we are now moving on to business. On the daily file, second reading Clerk will read.

[Daily File Reading]

All bills will be deemed read and all amendments will be deemed adopted. Assembly third reading pass and retain on file items 26 through 28. File item 29 has been dispensed with. File item 30 AB310 by Assemblymember Alanis the Clerk will read.

Assembly Bill 310 by Assemblymember Alanis and Accolades of youth health.

Thank you Madam Speaker. AB310 aims to save lives by building upon the success of the Nevaeh Youth Sports Safety act from last year to further California's commitment to providing safe and fun access to youth sports programs.

Sudden cardiac arrest, or SCA is the number one killer of student athletes and there are many documented cases of SCA happening to adults at youth sports events. When sudden cardiac events take place, timely intervention is critical.

That is why the legislation unanimously voted to approve a new standard of safety for youth sports by ensuring youth athletic programs provide access to an AED during practice games and events. Parents and kids should never have to question whether coaches have the equipment or the training to administer life saving care in an emergency.

AB310 will require youth sports organizations to have a written emergency response plan that includes the location of the AED and outlines the standard procedures in the event of a cardiac emergency.

It will also require them to properly maintain the test and test their AEDs and ensure coaches are provided sufficient training in the use of the of this equipment. AEDs are easy to use and AED save lives every day.

This Bill is received bipartisan support and I Respectfully asked for your aye vote it may also ask or add I've used AEDs. They're very easy to use. I mean we call them cop friendly. When I used them it tells you you how to place electrobes and when to do the shock. It does all the thinking for you.

Some of you have come to me with questions and I appreciate you coming to me with those asking. I know people have been calling you. It does not require all the participants, all the soccer players, baseball players. This is the coaches. This is something you can do $20 online.

I had a group talk to me about this and say that it was basically going to bankrupt them and they just didn't understand what the Bill meant. One they didn't understand that the Bill had already passed, that we had already passed this two years ago about requiring an AED.

But this is just ensuring that the coaches know how to use it to further that for our kids. The group that came to me, I'd ask them, have you ever lost a kid on your field, like in my district? And they said, no, we hadn't. But I get it. It would be worth it.

And it would be worth it if I could bring the parents in who have lost their kids just because they didn't have the access and the training they would give their whole life. I'm sure to make sure that we made sure that this one small ask is taken care of to ensure that they're okay.

I respectfully ask your aye vote.

Thank you, Assemblymember Alanis, seeing and hearing no further debate. Would you like to close? Thank you all debate having ceased, the Clerk will open the roll. All those vote who desire to vote. All those vote who desire to vote. All those vote who desire to vote. The Clerk will close the roll and tally the votes.

Ayes 56, noes 24. The measure passes. Oh, pardon me. Ayes 56. noes 0. The motion. The measure passes. File item 32, AB 437 by Assemblymember Lackey.

Assembly Bill 437 by Assembly Member Lackey an act related to interscholastic athletics.

Assemblymember Lackey, you are recognized.

Thank you, Ms. Speaker. I rise to present AB437 which will add sports related injuries as reportable information regarding the status of the health and safety of pupils, coaches, officials and spectators from the California Interscholastic Federation, also known as cif. The CIF is a non profit that governs interscholastic athletics in California for both public and private schools.

It's currently required to submit a report to the Legislature and Governor every seven years which includes information on the health and safety of students. However, more research has been coming out about the long term impacts of injuries on athletes, particularly head injuries.

Because of this, AB437 would require that that information on sports related head injuries and other injuries and medical problems be included in this CIF report. I ask for your I voted.

Thank you Assemblymember Lackey seeing and hearing no further debate. Do you have any more you would like to say on this item? Thank you all. Debate having ceased, the Clerk will open the roll. All those vote who desire to vote. All those vote who desire to vote. All those vote who desire to vote.

The Clerk will close the roll and tally the votes. Ayes 59, nos. 0. The measure passes. File item 43. ACR 55 by Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez. Please give your attention to Assembly Member Gonzalez.

Thank you, Madam Speaker.

Pardon me, Assemblymember. The Clerk will read before your remarks.

Assembly Concurrent Resolution 55 by Assembly Member Jeff Gonzalez and others relative to developmental disabilities.

Assemblymember Gonzalez, you are recognized.

Thank you, Madam Speaker. And good morning, Members. Today I rise in support of ACR55, which commemorates the 40th anniversary of the landmark California Supreme Court decision in ARC versus the Department of Developmental Services and also honors the passage of the lanterman act in 1969.

This pivotal decision reinforced the fundamental right of individuals with developmental disabilities to receive services that are personalized to meet their unique needs. While the Lanterman act originally established the entitlement to services, it was the ARC vs. DDS decision that solidified and upheld this critical right.

This ruling came in the wake of devastating service cuts during a state budget crisis which left thousands of families and individuals without essential care and support.

I as I've said here on this floor and throughout the hallways, I have a son with cerebral palsy and spastic quadriplegia, which means he doesn't have the ability to use his legs, his hands, he eats through his stomach and he's non verbal. Care is absolutely necessary. Just got a text.

He's on his way to the hospital right now. So I'll be leaving a little bit early. But understand that this situation is not just about talking about it now, but it's in real life, as my colleague knows this firsthand. It's in real life.

It happens every moment and we never know when we have to get up and go and fight for our family. And this is why this decision ensures that individuals like my son RJ will continue to receive the vital services they depend on.

It is crucial that we protect access to these services as they are essential to the well being and Independence of those with developmental disabilities. I would also like to recognize the dedicated board Members from the ARC as well as the Californians with developmental disabilities who benefit from the support of local ARC chapters.

I'm so proud to have them here with us today in the gallery as I present this resolution. Thank you Members for allowing me the pivotal the privilege of presenting this important RE resolution. I respectfully ask for an aye vote.

Thank you. Assembly Member Gonzalez. Seeing no further debate, would you like the role to be open or have any additional closing remarks? Please open the roll. Thank you all. Debate having ceased, the Clerk will open the roll for co authors. All Members vote who desire to vote. All Members vote who desire to vote. Members, this is for co authors. All Members vote who desire to vote.

The Clerk will close the roll. There are 62 CO authors added without objection. We will now take a voice vote on the resolution. All those in favor say aye. Opposed say no. The ayes have it. The resolution is adopted. We will pass temporarily on item 44. Next item file item 45. HR 28 by Caloza.

House Resolution 28 by Assembly Member Caloza and others relative to Major League baseball. Opening day 2025.

Good morning, Madam Speaker and Members. Thank you to all my colleagues who are wearing their teams jerseys. A special shout out to everyone wearing Dodger blue. Anyway, it's a special honor this morning to present House Resolution 28 recognizing Major League Baseball Opening Day 2025.

I love baseball and grew up watching a lot of sports with my family, especially my dad and two brothers. So on behalf of my constituents in District 52, which is home of the Dodgers Stadium, I'm honored to celebrate this uniquely American tradition.

Baseball has deep roots in California's cultural identity, bringing generations together through summer nights, rivalries and lifelong memories. California is home to more Major League Baseball teams than any other state, including five historic franchises, the Dodgers, Giants, Padres, Angels and the A's.

This year, the Los Angeles Dodgers, my hometown heroes, took the global stage by opening the MLB season in Tokyo, Japan, facing off against the Chicago Cubs under the iconic Tokyo Dome. As if that weren't enough pride, let's not forget that the L A Dodgers are also the reigning World Series champions. Go Dodgers.

Only applauses will be recognized with the largest representation of players from Japan, amplifying the team's excellence on the national and international stage. On opening day and every day, we thank the thousands of players, coaches, team members born in and who found their dreams in California.

So from Elysian Park to Tokyo, the Dodgers continue to inspire the next generation of Californians in baseball and beyond. And to all the teams playing this year, we wish you a wonderful season. So thank you, Madam Speaker.

Thank you, Assemblymember Caloza. Assemblymember Lackey, you are recognized.

Certainly this is a proud moment for me to demonstrate to you that I am a proud, and I say proud, Southern California Giants fan. And to all of you misguided Dodger Boo fans, I want to say that money eventually dies out. I know that you've bought three Major League Baseball most valuable players.

But eventually heart wins and the Giants will come through. The Giants will come through as a dark horse, as they call them. Very proud. America loves an underdog. I'll just remind you of that. And I survived the 70s.

And I know it was before most of you were born, but I will tell you, the Dodgers dominated and the Giants struggled mightily. But now we're in the seat where we have won three World Series in five years. That says something very loudly.

I know that you guys finally emerged from 1988 to the COVID year and you claim a World Series victory, but that was more, just barely even a tournament. It was less than half a season. So I hope your ring is as small as your wins were.

But nonetheless, let me just tell you, I will always love the Giants because of Willie Mays. Willie Mays will always be my hero. And you've had some great players and will continue to have some great players. But may the best team emerge as victorious. And that will be my Giants. Thank you very much.

Assemblymember Haney, you are recognized.

All right. That's hard to follow. Well, good, good morning baseball fans. Happy opening day. And of course, a very special good morning to the San Francisco Giants fans here on the, on the floor and around the state. This is always a very joyous, exciting time for our country, for our state.

Baseball is America's pastime and it is also California's pastime. We are a baseball state, as you heard, with more teams than any other state, five historic franchises that call California home.

We are also home to many minor league teams and I want to give a special shout out to the San Jose Giants and the Sacramento River Cats as well, two of the minor league teams that are affiliated with the San Francisco Giants.

This is a time not only where we celebrate Major League Baseball, but we also know that there are people across our state who play baseball, who coach baseball, that thousands and thousands of young people who play in little leagues, like I'm sure many of the folks here have, I grew up playing baseball and watching baseball.

This is a part of our state. It's a part of our community. I want to thank the Member from Los Angeles. I understand that they're celebrating apparently a victory. Enjoy it while it lasts.

And I think it is time to share though some facts that I like to remind folks here on the floor when we start our opening day in California, which is that the San Francisco Giants are not only the winningest team in Major League Baseball, they have more wins than any team in any major sport ever.

We also hold the all time record against every California team other than the A's, including against the Dodgers. We have more players in the hall of Fame than any team and we have the second most appearances in the World Series of any National League team.

So I know that you all are celebrating a recent victory, but baseball is a long game. And when you look at the long game, there's no team like the San Francisco Giants. I want to join my, my colleague from, from Palmdale and also say that we lost a Giant recently when Willie Mays.

And I know we all celebrate his accomplishments and his legacy, regardless of the team that you cheer for. But I wish all of the teams the best of luck. It's going to be a fun season.

We're going to have lots of fun here celebrating together with our, with our, with our colleagues and with our residents, our constituents as we cheer on our teams. Happy Opening Day and thank you to my colleague from Los Angeles and congratulations, Dodgers, on your championship. It won't last long. We'll get it this year.

Assemblymember Gallagher, you are recognized.

Yes, thank you, Madam Speaker and Members. You know, baseball is a great game, America's pastime. And you know, I grew up playing, you know, Little League high school, had some, you know, great memories and the camaraderie, you know, of this game that brings us all together.

And so today I want to, I am a Giants fan, a very proud Giants fan. But I will say some words that just maybe bring us all together, California baseball, a lot of good things going on, right? I will say congratulations to the Dodgers. You know, I'm a good sport, congratulations on the World Series victory.

And you know who also wants to extend his congratulations is President Trump. And he's going to be very graciously hosting you guys next week. And so that'll be a great occasion. And then also, the Giants won on opening day yesterday. Buster Posey, new President of baseball at the Giants, enjoyed his first victory.

So that's a very good thing. We're very excited about the season. Off to a good start. And then, of course, the Sacramento, well, I shouldn't say Sacramento A's yet, right. But Sacramento is very happy to be welcoming the A's who are going to be here on Monday with their opener.

And so, you know, that's going to be a great day as well. Baseball coming to Sacramento. We're very excited about that. And so look, a lot of good things going on with California baseball. I know we all have our teams, but let's be excited about that.

So thank you, Assemblymember, Majority Leader Aguiar Curry, you are recognized.

Thank you very much. And thank you, Assemblymember Gallagher, for acknowledging a great team that's across the river here, and it's called the Athletics and we're so excited about them coming to West Sacramento. It's just a quick walk and I would expect that every single one of you will be attending a game and rooting on your favorite team.

Luckily, the Dodgers aren't going to be playing us this year, so that's put up with that. But I'm really excited for the management and the leadership of what they've done in West Sacramento, how the broad economic development and bringing the community together.

So for all of you that haven't had the opportunity to go by and this week is opening day for the Athletics, please come by, root them on, spend your money and we'd love to see you all at a game.

Thank you, thank you Seeing and hearing no further debate, Assemblymember Coloza, you may close and bring it home for the Dodgers.

Thank you so much, Madam Speaker. As you can see from my colleagues on the floor, baseball brings together a lot of unlikely allies and it's all in fun and jest, but is truly a uniquely American tradition, an incredible sport, and there's so many incredible players and staff and families that have been touched by baseball.

And really that's what I think of today in this resolution for Opening Day. And so I respectfully ask for your aye vote in honor of all of our teams, our communities and California's rightful title as the baseball state 8 and that the first roll be open to co authors. Go Dodgers.

I'll debate having ceased, the Clerk will open the roll for co authors. All Members vote who desire to vote. All Members vote who desire to vote. Members this is for co authors. All Members vote who desire to vote. There are 58 CO authors added without objection. We will now take a voice vote on the resolution.

All those in favor say aye. Opposed say no. The ayes have it. The resolution is adopted. It returning to Item 44, House Resolution 23 by Assemblymember Ortega. The Clerk will read

House Resolution 23 by Assembly Member Ortega relative to Cesar Chavez Day

Assemblymember Ortega, you are recognized.

Thank you, Madam Speaker and Members, today I rise as co Vice Chair of the Latino caucus to present HR23, celebrating the life and accomplishments of the legendary labor and civil rights leader Cesar Chavez. Taking a moment to remember Cesar Chavez is more than symbolic and more than just a picture with Dolores Huerta.

It is a calling to carry on his work. Those of us who were elected in 2022 and those elected in 24 join me in acknowledging our current colleagues whose votes kept Cesar Chavez legacy alive.

First, I want to start with Assemblymember Calderon as a Chair of the Assembly Insurance Committee, you are leading our House in protecting farm workers from heat illness. Assemblymember Arambula and Gipson, you are the last two Members of the Assembly who cast votes that ended the eight decade national ban on overtime pay for farm workers.

Speaker Rivas, Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry and Assembly Member Quirk-Silva. The three of you set the example of the Latino Caucus. You each supported former Assemblymember Stones epic two year struggle that won the right for farm workers to join a union free from intimidation. Assemblymember Bonta joined that fight.

So did Assembly Members Bauer-Kahan, Bennett, Berman, Boerner, Kalra, Muratsuchi, Bryan, Wicks, Ward, Cottie Petrie-Norris and Ramos. Together you are all living proof that Cesar Chavez's legacy transcends the false barriers of race and ethnicity. I would like to ask that the first roll be open for co authors.

Thank you. Assemblymember Ortega. Assemblymember Elhawary, you're recognized.

Thank you. Madam Speaker. On behalf of the California Legislative Black Caucus, I rise today in strong support of HR23 to recognize Cesar Chavez Day. Cesar Chavez. Cesar Chavez's fight was never just about farm workers. It was about justice, dignity and lifting up working people across the state.

As someone who began my career as a community organizer, I know the courage it takes to stand up, bring people together and demand change. He knew that when black and brown communities unite, we can tear down systems built to divide us.

In the 1960s and 70s, Cesar Chavez and the United Farm Workers stood shoulder to shoulder with the Black Panthers, fighting not only for workers rights, but to dismantle the laws and structures that upheld white supremacy. Cesar Chavez believed that workers are not disposable. They are people, families and the backbone of California's prosperity.

Today we honor his courage to challenge the status quo and his commitment to grassroots power. I urge an aye vote on HR23 in recognition of Cesar Chavez's legacy and the shared struggle of black and brown communities. Thank you.

Thank you, Assemblymember. Next Members, please give your attention. Assembly Member Bains, you are recognized.

Thank you. Speaker and Members, on behalf of the California Asian American Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus, I rise in support of HR23. I would like to begin with a quote from Cesar Chavez. Permission to read?

Without objection.

The fight was never about grapes or lettuce. It was always about the people.

As a person that grew up in Delano and service on my weekends in the clinics in Delano as last weekend and this weekend, I often think about the plight of the people and where they are today and the access to health care that still lacks today.

In my community of Delano, with some of the highest Medicaid patients in the entire country and I just in the legacy of Cesar Chavez, we must make sure to protect our vulnerable communities, especially the workers that have fought every day and are still fighting just for access to health care.

Cesar Chavez's success came from his willingness to work with others and his enduring respect for all. He created a community when he worked alongside many labor leaders in our AAPI community, including Larry Itliong, Philip Vera Cruz and the Manongs, Filipino American laborers.

September 16 1965 marked the day that Filipino and Mexican farm workers joined together in solidarity for labor justice. With the 340 mile march from my hometown of Delano to Sacramento, Cesar Chavez demonstrated his ability to build a community and unite people for a common cause. When we stand together, we show our true power.

This was Cesar Chavez's gift to us all. He and all those that joined him exemplified collective action. I am a proud Member. I am proud as a Member of the AAPI Caucus to stand in solidarity with all of you to remember Cesar Chavez's life, his commitment, his accomplishments, his legacy. Thank you.

And on behalf of the AAPI Legislative Caucus, I ask for your aye vote on H.R. 23.

Thank you, Assemblymember. Assemblymember Ramos, you are recognized.

Thank you, Madam Speaker. Today I rise on behalf of the California Native American Legislative Caucus to join in celebrating the life and example of Cesar Chavez, who would have been 98 on Monday, March 31. His beloved paternal grandmother had Indian roots from a tribe in the Mexican State of Chihuahua.

And according to family stories, his grandparents left Mexico for Arizona to escape deadly persecution of local tribes in the early 1880s.

Two of his most important qualities as a human being and leader were his willingness to work with others and the respect he gave all from the Filipino workers he worked with to form the first farm worker union to a multi faith group of leaders who gave their support to his cause to fellow laborer leaders in cities across the United States.

We will A second example from his life is what he continued to say and persist in all of us that we will prevail if we refuse to give up.

Even after the founding of the United Farm Workers Union, Cesar his colleagues in the union suffered more defeats than victories in their efforts to organize workers and get contracts signed. Cesar would say, remember, our work isn't like a baseball game where both teams go nine innings and the team with the most runs wins and the other loses.

It is not like an election campaign where the candidates wage their campaigns and the one with the most votes wins and the other loses. In our work, the cause, you only lose when you stop fighting. You only lose when you quit.

As we confront today's challenges and observe his birthday, let us remember two of the core beliefs that Cesar lived and practiced. We overcome daunting obstacles only by working together and never by never giving up. I urge your aye vote on H.R. 23.

Thank you, Assemblymember. Assemblymember Rubio, you are recognized.

Thank you, Madam Speaker and Members, I rise on behalf of the California Legislative Jewish Caucus in support of HR23. Celebrating Cesar Chavez Day. Cesar Chavez worked every day to fight for the dignity of California farm workers and the civil liberties of every Californian.

He taught us all ideas of great importance in community organizing and supporting our fellow workers. It's an honor to take this day in California to remember the remarkable life and work of Cesar Chavez Every year. We also remember the Jewish connection to Cesar Chavez and the labor movement.

Jewish trade workers played an integral role in the rise of labor in the late 19th and 20th century. And when Cesar Chavez started organizing to fight the oppression of Latino farm workers, many Jewish leaders rose to his side in solidarity.

Several Orthodox rabbis urged their congregations not to buy non union grapes, declaring them oshek unclean because they came from exploited labor.

Rabbi Joseph Glazier, Executive Vice President of Central Conference of American Rabbis, said, until the people who stoop and squat and go through all kinds of hell out there in the fields are treated right, those grapes are treif, meaning non Kosher.

The voices of the Jewish community leaders were so prevalent in the farm worker movement that Cesar Chavez even began hosting annual passover seders. Tragically, 17 year old Nan Freeman, a Jewish college student, was the first person to lose their life on a farm worker picket line. She traveled to Florida to join a strike and was killed by a truck crashing into the picket line of UFW supporters.

As we honor Cesar Chavez, we commit to continuing to strengthen the coalition between the Latino and Jewish communities in the fight against all oppression and the fight for representation in the halls of power for those most marginalized. In that spirit and on behalf of the Jewish Caucus, I respectfully urge your support for HR23. Thank you.

Thank you, Assemblymember. Solace. You are recognized.

Thank you. Madam Speaker and Members, I rise today on behalf of the California Legislative LGBTQ Caucus and as a Member of the Latino Caucus in support of HR23. Commemorating Latino leader and labor champion Cesar Chavez. While Cesar Chavez paved a lasting legacy through his work as civil rights and labor leader and founder of The United States.

Former workers, he believed in social justice and fighting for the rights of the marginalized communities. He was an ally. In 1987, Chavez attended and spoke at the second National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights, even serving as a grand marshal.

It was this march where he asked hundreds of thousands of attendees, how could you demand equality for your own people while tolerating discrimination against anyone else because of who they are? The United Farm Workers continues to fight to advance justice, and many of his colleagues, such as esteemed Dolores Huerta, continue their advocacy.

Cesar Chavez taught us not to be discouraged by the injustice we see around us. It is an opportunity to make a change. His efforts remind us that together we can break barriers. We must lead with our collective humanity, for it is only the unity that we may work towards equity and inclusion for all people.

On behalf of the California LGBTQ Caucus, we'd like to thank our colleagues of the California Legislative Latino Caucus for highlighting this important Latino labor leader and social justice advocate. Thank you. And I respectfully ask for your support of HR23. Let the Rainbow shine. Gracias.

Thank you, Assemblymember. Assemblymember Arambula, you are recognized.

Thank you, Madam Speaker, for the opportunity to speak today.

I wasn't originally planning to, but for the first time, I'm going to share an inspirational story that was shared with me from my father about a parable, an experience he had when he met Cesar Chavez as a young farm worker growing up in Mcfarland and Pixley, just outside of Delano.

But it was there that Cesar Chavez was educating and empowering farm workers to know their true value. He was speaking about how we can open our eyes.

My father, who grew up with parents who never went to a day of school, who never learned to read, took that inspirational story and decided to apply to some of the best schools in our entire country.

My father then went on to Harvard and Stanford and Berkeley, but would not have gotten that start if it had not been for Cesar Chavez giving these inspirational stories to just anyone and everyone who was out there working on the farms.

It was because of the fact that my uncle, who was a union organizer for the UFW in 1965 at the DiGiorgio Fruit Corporation, that he was able to then get a old used car to be able to drive across the country, to be able to go to this esteemed University.

These types of starts, these types of inspirational stories happened throughout the Central Valley. We have economic and educational successes because of the leadership from leaders like Cesar Chavez. And I'm grateful to all of the leaders here on our State Assembly floor who recognize and appreciate and are taking the time to have this resolution, HR23, presented today.

Thank you, Madam Speaker, for the opportunity to share this story.

Thank you, Assemblymember. Assemblymember Demaio, you're recognized.

Thank you, Madam Speaker and Members. We have all of our various caucuses once again standing in support of HR23, an honorary resolution opining about civil rights, dignity, respect for all. Cesar Chavez no doubt stood for all of those things. As a civil rights leader, he is celebrated in the Latino community.

I rise in support of HR23 on behalf of the Republican caucus which supports a secure southern border, which is something that Cesar Chavez was a leader in, supporting a secure southern border. During his life, Cesar Chavez spoke out against illegal immigration while affirming legal immigration.

He was a strong voice for the Latino community and Latino workers in our country while also holding concerns and opposing illegal immigration.

And so I am so thrilled to see my Democratic colleagues rise in support of a civil rights leader, an advocate for the Latino community, farm workers, and someone who is one of the earliest voices opposing illegal immigration and supporting, supporting a secure southern border. I ask for an aye vote on HR 23.

Assembly Member Jackson, please return to your seat.

Assembly Member Bryan, you're recognized.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker and colleagues. I did not plan on speaking on this resolution and then I heard some of the most shameful things that I've ever heard on this Assembly for Cesar Chavez was a civil rights hero who built bridges between communities, worked very closely with Dr. King and others to fight for civil rights across all fronts.

When he was critical of immigration as a topic, he was critical of the Republican corporations that often used undocumented folks as strike breakers because it was convenient to be pro immigration only for the purposes of breaking labor unions that we're trying to build in some of our lowest wage markets.

The hypocrisy of the far right when it comes to immigration is what Cesar Chavez was against and the way it was weaponized and used to destroy Latino communities. He spoke out about that. He believed in the humanity of all people.

But I also don't proclaim to speak for Cesar Chavez and I certainly don't think the Member from San Diego speaks for him or any of our civil rights leaders.

I will defer, however, to the author of this resolution for her close because I think if there was anybody on this floor who most resembles the legacy of Cesar Chavez, it would be our labor leader, the Member from Hayward.

Thank you, Assemblymembers. Seeing and hearing no Further debate. Assemblymember Ortego, would you like to close?

I respectfully ask for our co authors.

All debate having ceased, the Clerk will open the roll for co authors. All Members vote who desire to vote. All Members vote who desire to vote. All Members vote who desire to vote. This is for co authors.

Members, it is my Honor to introduce SMA Maritega. Just give me one moment. There are 60 co authors added without objection. We will now take a voice vote on the resolution. All those in favor say Aye. Opposed say no. The ayes have it. The resolution is adopted.

Assembly Member Ortega, you are recognized for your guest introduction.

Members, it is an honor to introduce Lydia Chavez Medina, the niece of Cesar Chavez. Ms. Chavez Medina, daughter of Joe Medina and Rita Chavez Medina comes from a family whose lifelong tradition has been of helping others. As a founding Member of the Chavez Family Vision Incorporated, Rita Chavez Medina played a pivotal role in preserving and promoting the real legacy of her brother Cesar Chavez and her parents Librado and Juana Chavez.

Her dedication to the principles of non violence, volunteerism and public action have instrumental in effecting positive changes throughout her immediate community and throughout the state. On your desks you will find cards commemorating Cesar Chavez Day and a brief quote that will hopefully inspire us to continue to fight for fair wages, safe working conditions, the right to organize.

With that Members, please help me welcome Lydia Chavez Medina Cesar Chavez, niece to the California State Assembly

Before moving on to our next guest introduction. We will pass and retain on all remaining items. Assemblymember Connolly, you are recognized for your guest introduction.

Thank you, Madam Speaker. Colleagues, today I have the honor of welcoming the Wise Choice for Girls Marin City Youth Leadership to the State Capitol. This incredible program is shaping the future of Marin City by empowering young people with leadership, academic and life skills.

The leadership and resilience they are developing today will shape the future of Marin City and beyond. Seeing young leaders like you in the Capitol reminds us of the important work and why we are doing this work here. Your voices matter and I encourage you to continue striving for excellence.

I hope today's visit inspires you to stay engaged in public service and advocacy for your communities. On behalf of the State Assembly, we thank you for being here today and we look forward to seeing the impact you will make on the future. Again, welcome

Members, We will now move on to the second day consent calendar. Before we vote, we will first take up the resolutions on the consent calendar for the purpose of adding co authors. The Clerk will read the resolutions on the consent calendar.

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The Clerk will now open the roll to allow any Member to add on as co author to the resolutions. Members this vote is for co authors. All Members vote who desire to vote. All Members vote who desire to vote. All Members vote who desire to vote. The Clerk will close the roll.

There are 59 co authors moving on to a vote on the consent calendar. Item 66 has been removed from the Consent Calendar. Does any Member wish to remove any item from the Consent Calendar? Seeing and hearing none, the Clerk will read the second day consent calendar.

Assuming Concurrent Resolution 39 by Assembly Member Ramos relative to Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Awareness Month,

The Clerk will open the roll on the Consent Calendar. All Members vote who desire to vote. All Members vote who desire to vote. All Members vote who desire to vote. The Clerk will close the roll and tally the vote. I62 nos. 0 the consent calendar is adopted. The Clerk will read the remaining items on Consent Calendar.

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Moving on to the adjournments in Memory the quorum call is still in place. Please give your respect to our fellow colleagues and your attention to those who were granted prior permission to speak on their adjournment in memory. Assemblymember Hart, you are recognized for your adjournment and memory.

Thank you, Madam Speaker and Members, I rise to adjourn in the memory of Ralph Miller, a man who leaves behind a lasting legacy of community service, leadership and commitment to justice. Ralph Miller was born on August 131948 in Alabama.

As a student at California Lutheran University, Ralph excelled academically and demonstrated strong leadership on and off the football field. He was a key player on the national championship winning team and served as Chair of the Black Student Union. Ralph's commitment to excellence went beyond his studies and athletics. It influenced everything he did throughout his life.

Ralph's football career included playing for some of the most renowned teams in the National Football League. He played for teams like the New Orleans Saints, Houston Oilers, Philadelphia Eagles, San Diego Chargers, New York Giants and San Francisco 49ers. He even played in the Canadian Football League and the World Football League.

Ralph made a profound impact as a founding Member of the National Football Players Association. He fought for the rights of players and helped secure the Alexander Rule, a policy to ensure players receive their Full salaries during strikes and a share of team income.

After retiring from football, Ralph served his community by joining the Los Angeles County Probation Department, where his tireless work led to major victories for his union Members. As President of Local 685, Ralph's leadership transformed the lives of of probation officers and their families. He fought for fairness and justice, including pay increases, worker protections and retirement benefits.

Ralph's legacy in labor advocacy is a testament to his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others. Ralph also held leadership positions in numerous organizations, including afscme, the Coalition of County Unions, the California Criminal Justice Committee, and the Pasadena Human Services Commission, just to name a few.

He was a tireless fighter for workers rights and a voice for those who needed it most. Ralph's impact didn't stop with his work. His love for his family was a cornerstone of his life. He found joy in the simple things like fishing and cherished the time spent with those he loved.

It was clear that family meant everything to him. Ralph Miller passed away on March 52025. His legacy will continue to inspire and guide us. Ralph Miller was more than a labor leader. His lifelong commitment to justice, fairness and community service will live on. Ralph is survived by his wife, Nancy, daughter Angie, son Chaka, and three grandchildren.

His family Members are joining us in the gallery today. Colleagues, I respectfully request that the Assembly adjourn in the memory of Ralph Miller.

Thank you, Assemblymember Hart. Assemblymember Gipson, you are recognized for your adjournment and memory.

Thank you very much, Madam Speaker and Members. I want to thank my colleague from Santa Barbara for this adjournment. Ralph was a resident in his Assembly District. Without being redundant, we already know that he was born in 1948, Alabama, went to California Lutheran University. A whole lot of great things that Ralph Miller.

I know Ralph Miller personally from Los Angeles. Again, he served as the President of Local 685, the probe, the County of Los Angeles Probation Department. And let me simply say this. When I met Ralph Miller in the 90s, when I worked for at that time was SEIU.

Every opportunity, that of any major strike, Ralph Miller and probation was right there standing shoulder to shoulder, arm to arm in the labor movement, in the labor fight in Los Angeles. I'm also proud to say that Ralph and I was fraternity brothers, Kappa Alpha Psi Incorporated, which also is a bond that we also share together.

Ralph, as the Vice President of the County Federation of Labor, made sure that one that labor was always poignant and on target when it came to labor rights, union rights, family security, wages and benefits.

He continued to have a strong legacy when he won contracts for his men and women, his membership sometime they got over 600% of decent wages and benefits from the collective bargaining agreement.

And I'm just simply saying that Ralph Miller is a giant and he will be absolutely miss I had a wonderful opportunity last week to meet with his wife and daughter and other family Members who are here in the gallery. Let me just simply say thank you very much.

Thank you very much for sharing this incredible man with all of us. He will name and will always be remembered when it comes down to the struggles and the movement of labor not only in Los Angeles County, but also in the State of California. Thank you for allowing him to be Ralph.

Thank you for allowing him to be a drum major for justice for working families all across this great nation. He will be dearly missed, but his legacy will continue to live on.

Thank you, Assemblymember Gibson Members, let us observe a moment of silence to honor the life of Ralph Miller. Please bring the names of the desk to be printed in the Journal. All requests to adjourn in memory will be deemed read and printed in the Journal. Moving to Announcements, this is a reminder for all legislative staff.

The last day to file Your FPPC Form 700 is this day, Tuesday, April 1st. The form must be filed with the FPPC electronically through the FPPC's website. Please make sure you file by Tuesday the 1st. The session schedule is as follows. Monday, March 31st Cesar Chavez Day is observed.

Tuesday, April 1st Floor Session at 1:00pm Seeing and hearing no further business, I am ready to entertain a motion to adjourn. Mr. Garcia moves and Mr. Patterson seconds that this House stands adjourned until Tuesday, April 1st. At 1pm the quorum call is lifted and we are adjourned.