Rules

This bill is a commemorative resolution that proclaims September 4, 2026, as California Wildlife Day in honor of Jackie, a famous bald eagle who recently passed away. The text highlights the ecological diversity of California and the public's emotional connection to Jackie, whose life was broadcast via webcam for years. It encourages residents across the state to celebrate the day by reflecting on wildlife conservation and the importance of protecting natural heritage.

This measure would recognize and affirm the important role of artists, arts organizations, creative arts therapists, and arts for health initiatives in supporting behavioral health, promoting recovery, strengthening community resilience, and contributing to public safety. The measure would encourage and recognize exploration, support, and integration of arts and behavioral health within California's health care, behavioral health, and community-based systems.

This measure would declare the Legislature's support for reinstatement by the Regents of the University of California of the SAT, ACT, or other nationally recognized standardized test as a requirement in consideration for student admissions to the University of California system.

This measure would proclaim the month of October 2026 as California Firefighter Appreciation Month and October 3, 2026, as California Firefighters Memorial Day.

This California resolution proclaims September 2026 as Sepsis Awareness Month within the state. The measure was adopted by the legislature and signed into law as Chapter 218 of the 2026 Statutes. It serves to formally designate the month for public recognition of sepsis, a serious medical condition.