Healthcare

signed · California · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SCR 156: Relative to National Stroke Awareness Month.

This bill designates the month of May 2026 as National Stroke Awareness Month. The primary effect is to officially recognize this time period for public education and awareness campaigns regarding stroke prevention and treatment. It does not alter laws, allocate funding, or impose new requirements on individuals or organizations. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the importance of stroke awareness during the specified month.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes public education and awareness for stroke prevention and treatment, aligning with health service improvement goals.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · California · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SCR 170: Relative to Firefighter Mental Health Awareness Week.

This bill designates the week of May 25 to May 29 as Firefighter Mental Health Awareness Week. It directly affects the state by officially recognizing this specific time period to highlight the importance of mental health support for firefighters. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal proclamation to raise awareness about the topic. Once enacted, it becomes part of the state statutes as a commemorative resolution.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates awareness week for firefighter mental health, directly supporting mental health services and awareness.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · California · Senate May 29, 2026

SCR 164: Relative to Black Health Equity Advocacy Week.

This measure would recognize May 4, 2026, to May 8, 2026, inclusive, and every first full week of May thereafter, as Black Health Equity Advocacy Week and commend the California Black Health Network and other organizations throughout the state for their efforts to improve the health, well-being, and life expectancy of Black Californians.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill recognizes a week dedicated to improving health equity for Black Californians, signaling support for addressing disparities in healthcare access and outcomes.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

passed · California · Senate May 22, 2026

SR 107: Relative to Lupus Awareness Month.

This Senate resolution officially designates May 2026 as Lupus Awareness Month in California to highlight the chronic autoimmune disease that affects 1.5 million people in the United States. The bill specifically commends the California Lupus Foundation for its long-standing efforts in providing support, education, and medical care resources to patients and their families. By recognizing the foundation's leadership, the resolution aims to increase public understanding of the disease's symptoms and the importance of early diagnosis. This measure serves as a symbolic gesture rather than establishing new laws or funding requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates Lupus Awareness Month and commends the foundation for providing support, education, and medical care resources, indicating a stance that advances public health understanding and patient support.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · California · Senate May 21, 2026

SCR 161: Relative to Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month.

This bill designates May 2026 as Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month to highlight the importance of mental health support for mothers. It serves as a symbolic proclamation rather than a law that changes regulations or imposes new requirements. The measure directly affects state officials who will recognize the month and may encourage public awareness campaigns during that time.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates a month to highlight maternal mental health, promoting awareness and support for this critical healthcare area.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

passed · California · Senate May 11, 2026

SR 110: Relative to Hospital Week in California.

This Senate Resolution designates the week of May 10 to May 16, 2026, as Hospital Week in California to honor the state's hospitals and their staff. The measure recognizes the vital role hospitals play in providing care, training medical professionals, and supporting the local economy across rural, suburban, and urban areas. By officially acknowledging these institutions, the resolution aims to highlight their importance during National Hospital Week without changing any laws or policies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill honors hospitals and staff, highlighting their vital role in care and training, which supports the healthcare sector.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · California · Senate May 11, 2026

SCR 140: Relative to Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month.

This bill designates April 2026 as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month in California. It directly affects state officials and the public by formally recognizing the importance of raising awareness for this specific health condition. The primary mechanism is a legislative proclamation that appears in the state statutes to mark the month. This action serves as an official acknowledgment of the disease without changing laws or funding.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates awareness month for Parkinson's, promoting public understanding and support for a specific health condition.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

passed · California · Senate May 11, 2026

SR 95: Relative to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month.

This Senate Resolution designates May 2026 as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month in California to highlight the challenges faced by individuals with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The measure calls on the public and government officials to support research funding, advocate for better access to medical equipment, and stand in solidarity with patients and their families. While the resolution does not change laws or allocate specific funds, it serves to raise awareness about the disease's impact and the need for continued clinical trials and treatment development.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes ALS awareness and advocates for research funding and better medical equipment access.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · California · Senate May 4, 2026

SR 103: Relative to Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week.

Senate Resolution 103 designates the first full week in May 2026 as Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week in California. This proclamation aims to raise public and medical awareness about tardive dyskinesia, a movement disorder that can occur in people taking antipsychotic medications for mental health conditions. The resolution emphasizes the importance of early detection and routine screening for this condition, which affects a significant portion of patients who may be undiagnosed. By highlighting these issues, the bill encourages healthcare providers and patients to prioritize regular check-ups and education regarding the risks and symptoms associated with long-term antipsychotic use.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes awareness and early detection of a medical condition, strengthening patient care and mental health services.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · California · Assembly Apr 21, 2026

ACR 148: Relative to Family Physician Week.

This measure would designate the week of March 15, 2026, to March 21, 2026, inclusive, as Family Physician Week, recognize the invaluable contributions of family physicians to California's health care system, and encourage continued investment in primary care to strengthen the family medicine workforce.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates a week to recognize family physicians and explicitly encourages investment in primary care to strengthen the workforce.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare