March 26, 2026 · 5,360 words · 6 speakers · 83 segments
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Good morning, California. The assembly is now in session. Mr. Wallace? I'm sorry, Mr. Wallace. Mr. Wallace? You're recognized. Just a moment, Mr. Wallace.
No, nothing. Mr. Speaker, we do not have a quorum.
Assembly member Wallace notices the absence of a quorum. Sergeant Arms will prepare the chamber, bring in the absent members. The clerk will call the roll. Addis, Agriar Curry, Ahrens, Alanis, Alvarez, Arambula, Avila Fadias, Baines, Bauer-Cahan, Bennett, Berman Berner Bonta Bryan Calderon Colosa Carrillo Castillo Chen Connelly Davies DeMaio Dixon El Huari Ellis Flora Fong Gabriel Gallacher Garcia Gibson Jeff Gonzalez Mark Gonzalez Hadwick, Haney, Harbedian, Hart, Hoover, Irwin, Jackson, Johnson, Cara, Krell, Lackey, Lee, Lowenthal, Macedo, McKenner, Marisucci, Quinn, Ortega, Pacheco, Pappin, Patel, Patterson, Pellerin, Petrie Norris, Quirk Silva, Ramos, Ransom, Celeste Rodriguez, Michelle Rodriguez, Rogers, Rubio, Sanchez, Chiavo, Schultz, Sharp Collins, Solache, Soria, Stephanie, Ta, Tangipa, Valencia, Wallace, Ward, Wicks, Wilson, Zabur.
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Members, the quorum is present. We ask our guests and visitors in the rear of the chamber and in the gallery to please stand for today's prayer. Reverend Noshta will offer today's prayer. Reverend Noshta.
Please join me in a moment of reflection. For over 5,000 years, the Persian New Year's has been celebrated with the coming of spring. For the coming of every spring marks a renewing of the world. Tender green leaves and shoots emerge from bare branches and empty fields. A new season of growth begins, and with it, the hope for a bountiful year. It is a time when all the world seems to be manifesting the miracle of life. And as we witness the beauty of life emerging all around us, deep, deep within, we are also humbled by the power of nurture, nature bursting forth with life. I have long been moved by the profound humility and gratitude of the great spiritual leader and poet Rumi who wrote, let the beauty we love be what we do. There are hundreds of ways to kneel and kiss the ground In other words let what we do reflect our love for the beauty of life around us And with ever appreciation we will live every moment with humility and gratitude We will find that there are hundreds of ways we can humbly kneel and appreciate the earth which gives us life. Let the beauty we love be what we do. There are hundreds of ways to kneel and kiss the ground. Namo Amidam. Let us try to live with kindness and gratitude beyond words.
We ask our guests and visitors to remain standing to join us in the flag salute. Assemblymember Pellerin will lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Thank you. As a Giants fan, I believe in standing up for the home team. and today that means standing up for our country. Please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the Pledge of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
You may be seated. To our guests and visitors today, state law prohibits persons in the chamber 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 of Sacramento Tuesday, January 20, 20, 26th. The assembly met at 1 p.m. The Honorable Josh Slovenel. Assistant Majority Leader Garcia moves and Ms. Sanchez 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 we've gone to motions and resolutions the absence of the day will be deemed read and printed in the journal on to procedural motions assistant majority leader garcia you are
recognized for your procedural motions thank you mr speaker i request unanimous consent to suspend Assembly Rule 45.5 to allow Speaker Rivas 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 Assembly Members Hadwick, Gabriel, and Kalra to have guests in the rear of the chamber today.
Without objection, such shall be the order.
Pursuant to Assembly Rule 96, I request unanimous consent to re-refer the following bills to committee. AB 1627, Avi Lafarias, from the Public Employment and Retirement Committee to the Public Safety Committee, Public Employment and Retirement Committee and Education Committee. AB 1929 Ortega from the Labor and Employment Committee to the Health Committee. AB 2238 Rubio from the Housing and Community Development Committee to the Judiciary Committee. AB 2409 Valencia from the Banking and Finance Committee to the Judiciary Committee and then back to the Banking and Finance Committee. AB 2653, Lee, from the Governmental Organization Committee to the Labor and Employment Committee, Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee, and Governmental Organization Committee. AB 2722, Ellis, from the Natural Resource Committee to the Transportation Committee. And AB 2771, Business and Professions, from the Business and Professions Committee to the Higher Education Committee, and then back to the Business and Professions Committee.
Without objection such shall be the order to notice the following bills for their hearing on Tuesday, April 14. Without objection, such shall be the order. Okay. Thank you, Mr. Assistant Majority Leader. We're moving on to guest introductions. Assemblymember Hadwick, you are recognized for your guest introduction.
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, it is my distinct honor to introduce and recognize Nevada County Sheriff Shannon Moon along with the extraordinary Nevada County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue Team. In California, search and rescue teams respond to thousands of calls each year, often exceeding 5,000 missions annually, providing critical aid to lost, injured, and endangered individuals in some of the most challenging terrains and conditions imaginable. These teams are largely made up of highly trained volunteers who stand ready at all hours, including service above self. Their work is not only important, it is life-saving and we are deeply grateful for their commitment. In our rural communities, these missions carry an added weight. Responders are not just answering a call, they are often searching for neighbors, friends, and members of their own tight-knit community. That closeness makes this work even more difficult and the emotional toll even greater, underscoring the depth of their service and sacrifice. Today we especially recognize those who responded to the tragic February avalanche near Truckee in Nevada County. In the face of extreme weather, unstable snowpack, and dangerous conditions, these teams carried out a complex and urgent operation. Their swift actions led to multiple rescues saving lives that might otherwise have been lost. At the same time, this incident was a solemn reminder of the risks present in California's backcountry. Lives were tragically lost in this avalanche, and while search and rescue teams were able to locate victims and bring closure to families, the outcome weighs heavily on all involved. We extend our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives. Their professionalism, courage, and seamless coordination with regional partners exemplify the very best of public service in times of crisis. Search and rescue teams do not seek recognition, yet their contributions are indispensable to public safety across our state. Joining us today are Sheriff Shannon Moon from Nevada County, Scott Montgomery, Search and Rescue, Josiah Boning, Search and Rescue, Alexis Dunn, Search and Rescue, Sergeant Dustin Moe, Grace Van Winkle, and the remaining members of the Search and Rescue team who are sitting in the gallery that I'm going to ask to stand. Mr. Speaker and members, please join me in welcoming and expressing our profound gratitude to Sheriff Moon and the Search and Rescue team and volunteers. Their extraordinary service to Nevada County and to the state of California reminds us all the power of dedication courage and community
Welcome, Sheriff Marie.
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Thank you members we're going to continue on. Thank you members decorum please. Members I'm gonna ask for a little bit of help today for those members that need to fly home and are expecting extra time with TSA please be sensitive let's try and move through our program today Assemblymember Harbidian
you are recognized. Thank you Mr. Speaker let me start by saying go Dodgers and And we have opening day today. We have opening day today, and we're all hoping for the best. I know the Giants for the Northern California delegation had their opening day yesterday. I didn't catch the game or the score. Maybe someone from the delegation can address the body and tell us how it went. But I am excited, speaking of hometown teams, to welcome Claremont McKenna College. And the California Politics Class of 2026 is here in the gallery with us. And I am just heartened that college students still want to study California politics in this day and age. So thank you for actually engaging and studying what we're doing here today. And this is actually part of your class. And Claremont is a great place to go to college. It's the city of trees and PhDs. And Claremont McKenna is one of the greatest liberal arts colleges in the country. And we are proud to have you today. So, colleagues, please join me in welcoming Claremont McKenna. in their California Politics Class of 2026. Let's go, Claremont McKenna.
Assemblymember Kalra, you are recognized for your guest introduction.
Good morning, members. It's Canada Day at the Capitol. not to be confused with Canada Day in Canada, but almost as important as the only Canadian-born member in the legislature currently serving, it is my honor to introduce a special Canadian delegation here to highlight the vital trade relationship between Canada and California. Leading the delegation, My name is Rana Sarkar, Consul General of Canada in San Francisco since 2017, almost as long as I've been in the Assembly, responsible for Canada's relations with Northern California and Hawaii. Under his leadership, the Canada-California partnership has grown into one of the most consequential subnational relationships in the world, encompassing over $32 billion in annual export trade, nearly 95,000 jobs supported by Canadian-owned businesses, and deeply integrated supply chains benefiting workers, farmers, and consumers on both sides of the border. It's also my honor to welcome Sylvie Bedard, the Acting Consul General of Canada in Los Angeles, representing Southern California, Arizona, and Nevada, who brings over 30 years of Canadian government experience, including service as Canada's ambassador to Ecuador. Also here at the rear of the chamber is Canadian provincial representation from Alberta, as well as representatives from the Maple Eight, Canada's eight largest institutional investors, underscoring the deep economic ties and significant investment interests that connect Canada and California. Canada and California not only share deep ties across trade, technology, climate, and beyond, but there is an unwavering friendship that in this day and age is more important than ever. And so I'm incredibly grateful to this delegation, to our Consul Generals, and we are here collectively to celebrate and strengthen that enduring friendship. Please welcome our Canadian friends. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you Thank you
Thank you, members. Continuing on with guest introductions. Assemblymember Bonta, you are recognized for your guest introduction from the Majority
Leader's desk. Thank you so much Mr. Speaker. Good morning members. May I direct your attention to the gallery where we have over 60 Oakland High School Public Health Academy students joining us today. As a former school board member and East Bay Education Leader I know how vital programs like the Public Health Academy are to helping our students build meaningful well-paying careers. As chair of Assembly Health Committee I believe we would all be better served if the legislature examined more issues through a public health lens. And I know our public health workforce needs talented young people exactly like these students. They have amazing ideas. They come from AD18. They are having a productive day here in the Capitol. You will hear from them, and they're going to learn how government works, and they're going to learn how to turn the power of their voice into our votes. With that, please join me in welcoming the future leaders of California here today from AD18. our Academy members, thank you.
Okay, members, we have some more guest introductions. We're going to sprinkle those in as we take on the Business on the Daily File. So we'll move on to the Business on the Daily File for now. Start with our second reading, file items 1 through 49. The clerk will read.
1685 with amendments, 1687 with amendments, 1874 with amendments, 2004 1571, 2630 with amendments, 1738 with amendments, 2431 with amendments, 1572 with amendments, 2003 with amendments, 2191 with amendments, 2242 with amendments, 2248 with amendments, 2067, 2107, 1816 with amendments 1622 1834 with amendments 2080 2180 1981 with amendments 2278 with amendments 2335 with amendments 1655 with amendments and assembly bill 1746 with amendments all bills will be deemed read and all amendments will be deemed adopted
on new concurrence and senate amendments file item 50 we're going to pass and retain on reconsideration file items 51 through 53 all items shall be continued brings us to the assembly third reading file. File items 54 through 67. We're going to pass or retain them. File item 54, 55, 56. That brings us to file item 57. That's ACR 152 by Assemblymember Davies.
Clerk will read. Assembly concurrent resolution 152 by Assemblymember Davies relative to American Red Cross Moth.
Thank you, members. Decorum, please show the author some decorum, please. Thank you, members.
Thank you.
Assemblymember Davies, you are recognized.
Thank you Mr. Speaker. Colleagues, I rise to present ACR 152, proclaiming March 2026 as American Red Cross Month in California. Most of us have seen the American Red Cross in action. After a fire or a local emergency, when a family has lost everything and doesn't know where to turn, in those moments, Red Cross volunteers show up. They provide shelter, a warm meal, and something just as important, comfort, stability, and hope. Since its founding by Clara Barton, the Red Cross has been built on the idea that neighbors should be there for one another in times of crisis. That mission is alive and well in California. Their work directly supports our state's health goals, from maintaining a reliable blood supply to training Californians in life-saving skills and helping communities recover from disasters. As emergencies affect more communities across our state, the Red Cross continues to be there helping families get back on their feet and reminding them they're not alone. This resolution is about recognizing those everyday heroes, the volunteers who step forward, often without recognition, to care for people in their hardest moments. Members, I respectfully ask for an aye vote, and I open it up for co-authors.
Thank you. Assemblymember Davies. Seeing and hearing no further debate, the clerk will open the roll. Members, this is for co-authors. All members vote who desire to vote. All members vote who desire to vote. The clerk will close the roll, tally the votes.
There are 54 co-authors added.
Without objection, we'll take a voice vote on the resolution. All those in favor say aye. All those opposed, no.
The ayes have it. The resolution is adopted.
Okay, we are going to pass and retain on file item number 58. That brings us to file item 59, that's HR 90 by Assemblymember Gabriel. Clerk will read.
House resolution 90 by Assemblymember Gabriel relative to no ruse. Assemblymember Gabriel you are recognized Good morning Mr Speaker Thank you very much today rise today to present HR 90 celebrating No Roos the Persian New Year I know that many of us have begun to feel that spring is in the air. And with that comes this incredible holiday that is celebrated by over 300 million people worldwide. And many in the Persian and Central Asian diaspora in my community will be celebrating No Roos for the next two weeks. This is a beautiful holiday for those of you that are unfamiliar with it, a holiday of unity, of reflection, of rejuvenation. It's about bringing people together in a celebration of love and peace and tranquility. And it comes at obviously a difficult and painful moment for many in our community here in the state of California and around the world with the hostilities in the Middle East. It's deeply personal for many of us, and I know that there are many folks in my community who have been unable to be in contact with friends and relatives in Iran. And so obviously our hearts are heavy right now. But for 50 years, people have faced extraordinary hardship, and yet their strength and resilience has never faltered. And what makes this holiday so remarkable and beautiful is that it has endured through many moments like this one. This is a holiday that is 3,000-year-old. It's a 3,000-year-old celebration, and it transcends any one religion, any one country, any one community. and is a timeless reminder that light overcomes darkness. So as we think about this difficult moment in history that we're in, I think it's very appropriate that we are reminded of the themes of the holiday, that we join millions around the world in welcoming the new year. We hope that this new year will bring the Iranian people and people in the region peace and freedom that they deserve, and that we will all reflect on those enduring themes of love and peace and tranquility. So with that, I wish you all a very happy Nourus, and I respectfully request your aye vote on H.R. 90.
Thank you, Assemblymember Gabriel. Happy Nourus. Assemblymember's board, you are recognized.
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, I rise today in support of H.R. 90, and I want to thank our member from San Fernando Valley for bringing this important resolution forward. Nourus marks the start of a new year and the arrival of spring, a time that symbolizes renewal. hope, and the promise for brighter days ahead. For millions of people around the world, for so many here in California, no ruse is a moment to gather family, reflect on the year behind us, and look forward to the future. But this year, we also recognize that for many, celebration comes with heavy hearts. And as millions of Iranians protest for freedom and basic human rights, we recognize that the ongoing conflict and uncertainty have made this a difficult time for families and communities in my district and around the world. I'm proud to represent Tehranjelis and Persian Square, the heart of the Iranian diaspora in America. Every day, I see the brilliance, culture, and the resilience of this community that this community brings to California. Even in challenging moments, the spirit of Nowruz reminds us of the resilience of people, the enduring hope for peace, renewal, and new beginnings. To everyone celebrating, we wish you a meaningful and peaceful No Roos and a year filled with health and prosperity. I urge an aye vote on H.R. 90.
Thank you Assemblymember Zabor, happy No Roos. Seeing and hearing no further debate, Assemblymember Gabriel, do you wish to close?
Thank you very much Mr. Speaker. I just want to thank my friend Rick June for those beautiful comments and with that respectfully request your aye vote on H.R. 90.
Thank you Assemblymember Gabriel. This roll will be open for co-authors.
Yes, please, Mr. Speaker.
Clerk will open the roll. All members vote who desire to vote. This is for co-authors. All members vote who desire to vote. All members vote who desire to vote. The clerk will close the roll, tally the votes.
There are 60 co-authors added.
Without objection, we'll take a voice vote on the resolution. All those in favor, say aye. All those opposed, no.
The ayes have it.
The resolution is adopted. Happy No-Ruse. Assemblymember Gabriel, you are recognized for your guest introduction.
Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. In connection with the holiday, I'm really excited to introduce an incredible group of friends and leaders from my community, from MTO Shamaq Sudi, who are here to celebrate the holiday. This is an amazing group of folks who are constantly giving back lifting up others taking care of the community an incredible nonprofit that is with centers throughout Southern California that is dedicated to teaching about Sufism which is something that I've had the pleasure to learn about and for those of you that haven't I highly recommend it and They what's so special about this group is that they will not allow me to introduce them by name Because they emphasize the value of selflessness. It's about losing your identity for the greater good So this is a group that is deeply committed to the greater good And I want to thank them for the work that they've done in the San Fernando Valley Thank them for the work that they have done around the state of California and also invite all of you up to room 317 After session where you can learn about the holiday you can celebrate the holiday and you can meet this incredible group So please help me welcome the folks from MTO to the state capitol Thank you.
Okay, we're going to continue on while pictures are taken in the rear of the chamber. direct our attention to Assemblymember Davies. You are recognized for your guest introduction.
Thank you Mr. Speaker. Members, today I am thrilled to be able to welcome students, teachers and parents from St. Edward's Parish School from my district in Dana Point. They are up here for their annual trip to Sacramento to teach our next generation of leaders about the state capitol. I also want to thank the brave moms and dads that got onto that flight that flight with about 120 students this morning. Please help me give a great assembly floor welcome. Welcome St. Edward's Parish. Welcome, welcome.
Okay back to business on the daily file we are going to pass and retain file File item 60 and 61 That brings us to file item number 62 That AB 1844 by Assemblymember Pacheco The clerk will read Assembly Bill 1844 by Assemblymember Pacheco an act relating to judges retirement Assemblymember Pacheco, you are recognized.
Good morning, Mr. Speaker and members. Today I rise to present Assembly Bill 1844. AB 1844 updates the Judge's Retirement System 2, or JRS 2, to allow judges to designate a non-spouse beneficiary to receive survivor retirement benefits and to ensure that all vested judges can access survivor benefit protections. Under current law, JRS 2 judges may generally designate only a spouse or registered domestic partner to receive ongoing survivor pension benefits. Unmarried judges, including those who have long-term partners, adult children, or other dependents, cannot designate anyone to receive the continuing pension payments after their death. AB 1844 ensures fair and consistent treatment of judges and aligns JRS II with every other public retirement system in California. This bill has received bipartisan support, and I respectfully ask for your aye vote.
Thank you, Assemblymember Pacheco. All debate having ceased, the clerk will open the roll. 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 tally votes
ayes 60 no 0 the measure passes
pass and retain on file item 63 that brings us to file item number 64 That's ACR 141 by Assemblymember Todd.
The clerk will read. Assembly concurrent resolution 141 by Assemblymember Todd relative to VSAC Day.
Assemblymember Todd, you are recognized.
Good morning, Mr. Speaker and members. I rise to present ACR 144, 141, recognizing VSAC Day for the very first time in California legislature history. We honor this important occasion and the profile significant it holds not only for the Buddhists, but for all Californians who embrace the universe's values and reflect in its teaching. Visak de Kummeray, the book of the Buddha, believed to have occurred between 560 and 400 BC. Born into an Indian royal family, he chose to live behind a life of privilege in pursuit of a deeper understanding of human suffering and the path of enlightenment. His teachings remain just as relevant today as they were in ancient times, offering timeless guidance, root in peace, compassion, tolerance, and understanding. These are values that resonate far beyond religion and continue to share common human experience around the world. At its core, Visak Day reflects a universality that transcends culture or background. It reminds all of us about our shared struggle, challenge, victory, and defeat. It brought us in the notion that all of us are human and are a journey together to make our world truly a better place Among his most salient teachings Buddha professed the middle way which called on all of us to strive a balance between indulgence and asceticism and to reject extremes in our life. Ten years ago, I had an honor to welcome His Holiness Daly in my city. And I am very inspired by his kindness and compassion. And a few months ago, I myself fly over to Raleigh, North Carolina, to recognize and to honor 19 months who work for peace. And they start from Texas to Washington, D.C. to promote peace and kindness. So I want to thank everyone for taking up this historic resolution to honor the VSAC Day. And I ask the first row to be open for Kowata.
Thank you, Assemblymember Ta. All debate having ceased, the clerk will open the roll. Members, this is for co-authors. All members vote who desire to vote. All members vote who desire to vote. Clerk will close the roll, tally the votes.
There are 59 co-authors added.
Without objection, we'll take a voice vote on the resolution. All those in favor say aye. All those let's do that again. All those in favor say aye. All those opposed no. The ayes have it. The resolution is adopted. Mr. Ta, we did see the monks walking and it was inspiring for all of us. Thank you for reminding us of that story. We're going to pass and retain on file item 65, 66, and 67. One final guest introduction. Assemblymember Sanchez, you are recognized for your guest
introduction. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Welcome to your state capitol, St. John's. It's so great to have you here with us in Sacramento. This building belongs to you, and one day you will be the leaders shaping California's future. Keep asking questions, stay curious, and never forget you have a voice that matters. As a former St. John's student myself, it is my absolute honor to welcome you to the California State Assembly. Go Cardinals! Welcome St. John's. Welcome, welcome.
Thank you, Assemblymember Sanchez. We are going to pass and retain on file item 65, 66, 67. That brings us to the Senate third reading file, file item 68 through 72. We're going to pass and retain. We'll now move on to the second day consent calendar. We'll first take up item 78, HR 94, on the consent
calendar for the purpose of adding co Clerk will read the resolution on the consent calendar House resolution 94 by Assemblymember Coloza relative to Major League Baseball opening day 2026 Clerk will now open the roll to any member to add on as a co to the resolution Members this is for co
All members vote who desire to vote. All members vote who desire to vote. All members vote who desire to vote. Clerk will close the roll. There are 59 co-authors added. We're going to move on to a vote on the consent calendar. That's file item 76 through 81. Without objection, we will pass and retain file item 77. Does any member wish to remove an item from the consent calendar? Seeing and hearing none, the clerk will read the second day consent calendar.
Assembly Bill 1948 by Assemblymember Ramos and others, an act relating to firearms.
Clerk will open the roll on the consent calendar. All members vote who desire to vote. All members vote who desire to vote. Clerk will close the roll, tally the votes.
I-60, no-0 consent calendar is adopted.
Clerk will read the remaining items on the consent calendar.
House Resolution 94. I-60, no-0. Senate Concurrent Resolution 120. I-60, no-0. Senate Concurrent Resolution 126. I-60, no-0. And Senate Concurrent Resolution 135. I-60, no-0.
members we're moving on to adjournments in memory the quorum call is lifted let's give our respectful attention to those who are granted prior permission to speak on their adjournment in memory
Thank you. Thank you.
Let's take our conversations off the floor, members. Thank you, members.
Thank you.
Speaker Rivas, you are recognized for your adjournment in memory.
Thank you, Mr. Speaker Pro Tem. This morning I want to adjourn in the memory of Caitlin Katie Mardell Mallett, who passed away on February 7th at just 34 years old after a courageous battle with brain cancer. And Katie was the kind of person who made everyone feel welcome, who built friendships easily, and whose warmth and laughter left a lasting impression on everyone she met. She was born in Santa Cruz, California, attended school in nearby Scotts Valley, and later graduated from CSU Chico. She ultimately built her life in Salinas, a career in the produce industry, a strong community of friends, and most importantly, a beautiful, beautiful family. In the produce industry, Katie earned the respect of her colleagues across the Salinas Valley, not just for her work ethic but for the way she treated people She built relationships that went far beyond business They became friendships It was also in Salinas where she met her husband, Keith. And together they built a life rooted in love, in family, and in some community. But above all else, her greatest joy was being a mother to their two young children, Walker and Madeline, who were the center of her world. And like so many parents, everything she did was for them. Her passing is a heartbreaking loss for her family, her friends, and for our community that knew her spirit. a spirit that even in the face of unimaginable hardship, she carried herself with faith, with gratitude, and with grace, and always reminded those around her to cherish each day and to hold close the people that we love. So on behalf of the California State Assembly, I ask that we adjourn this morning in her memory Caitlin Katie Mallett and that we keep her family especially her young children in our thoughts and prayers Thank you Mr Speaker
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, please bring the names to the desk to be printed in the journal. All requests to adjourn in memory will be deemed read and printed in the journal. Moving on to announcements. I'm ordering the desk to remain open until tomorrow, Friday, March 27th at 3 p.m. to receive and process committee reports. Seeing and hearing no further business, I'm ready to entertain a motion to adjourn.
The system majority leader, Garcia, moves, and Ms. Johnson seconds that pursuant to joint rule 51b1, this House stands adjourned for spring recess until Monday, April 6th at 1
p.m.
We are adjourned. Thank you Thank you. Thank you.