Rep. Nick Schultz

Maddy summaryACR 29 designates the week of February 16-22, 2025, as Engineers Week in California. This symbolic resolution recognizes the contributions of engineers to California's economy, safety, and innovation without creating new policies or obligations. It acknowledges engineers' roles in fields like infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and STEM education, aligning with national observances. As a commemorative resolution, it does not directly affect any individuals or entities or alter existing laws.

Maddy summaryACR 27 proclaims February 2025 as Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month in California. The resolution calls upon schools, community groups, families, and youth to observe the month with activities raising awareness about teen dating violence and promoting healthy relationships for youth aged 12-24. It does not create new laws or funding but symbolically supports existing prevention efforts through statewide recognition.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution designates Wednesday, March 19, 2025, as California Agriculture Day to honor the state's agricultural community. It recognizes farmers, ranchers, and farmworkers for their contributions to California's economy, food production, and environmental stewardship, without creating new laws or funding. The resolution serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of agriculture's role in sustaining the state's economy and global food supply.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 22) declares March 9-15, 2025, as "Groundwater Awareness Week" in California. It recognizes groundwater as a vital resource for 83% of Californians, including communities fully reliant on it for water, and emphasizes its critical role amid climate change and the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). The resolution aims to raise public awareness through education about groundwater protection and management, without creating new laws or regulations. It directly affects all California residents by highlighting the importance of groundwater for daily needs and state water security.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 9 designates March 15, 2025, as Long COVID Awareness Day in California. The resolution highlights Long COVID - a condition involving persistent symptoms like fatigue and cognitive issues after initial COVID-19 infection - and urges public education, support for affected individuals, and continued vaccination efforts. It does not create new laws or requirements but serves as a symbolic recognition to foster awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage community engagement around Long COVID challenges. This resolution was unanimously adopted by the Assembly on March 13, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 14) is a ceremonial proclamation by the California Assembly, not a law. It formally recognizes March 2025 as Women’s History Month in California, acknowledging the historical contributions of women to the state and nation. The resolution directs copies to the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls, the Legislative Women’s Caucus, and the State Librarian for distribution. It does not create new policies or affect any specific group through legislative action - it is purely a symbolic observance.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution designates February 2025 as Unclaimed Property Month in California. It encourages all Californians to check if they have unclaimed property - such as uncashed checks or insurance proceeds - through the Controller’s free online portal at www.claimit.ca.gov. The resolution highlights that the state holds over $14 billion in unclaimed assets and returned $465 million to owners last year. It does not create new laws but promotes awareness of the existing unclaimed property program.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 13) is a ceremonial recognition of Read Across America Day. It formally designates March 2, 2025, as "Read Across America Day" in California, aligning with the National Education Association's annual event celebrating literacy. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but encourages schools, teachers, libraries, and community organizations to participate in reading events on that date. It directly affects California public schools, educators, and community groups already involved in the national Read Across America campaign.

Maddy summaryACR 11 designates the week of January 26-February 2, 2025, as Anesthesiologists Week in California. This ceremonial resolution does not create new laws or affect policy; it is a symbolic recognition of anesthesiologists' roles in patient safety and healthcare. The resolution highlights their training, contributions to surgical care, and safety record through the "whereas" statements in the bill text. It has no direct impact on individuals, healthcare regulations, or funding.

Maddy summaryACR 18 designates January 23, 2025, as Maternal Health Awareness Day in California. This symbolic resolution does not create new laws or funding but aims to highlight ongoing efforts to improve maternal health outcomes. It references California's progress in reducing maternal mortality (a 55% decline from 2006-2013) and persistent racial disparities, particularly for Black women who face significantly higher pregnancy-related death rates. The resolution serves as a formal recognition to draw public attention to maternal health challenges and continued work needed across the state. It directly affects California residents by promoting awareness of maternal health issues and existing state initiatives.