BILL NUMBER: SCR 5	CHAPTERED
	BILL TEXT

	RESOLUTION CHAPTER  8
	FILED WITH SECRETARY OF STATE  MARCH 9, 2007
	ADOPTED IN SENATE  FEBRUARY 13, 2007
	ADOPTED IN ASSEMBLY  MARCH 6, 2007

INTRODUCED BY   Senator Lowenthal

                        JANUARY 9, 2007

   Relative to California Museum Month.


	LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST


   SCR 5, Lowenthal. California Museum Month.
   This measure would proclaim May 2007 as California Museum Month.



   WHEREAS, California is home to over 1,300 museums that are located
in every county and region throughout the state and serve over 26
million visitors annually; and
   WHEREAS, California museums represent a multitude of disciplines
and learning experiences, including art museums, zoos, aquariums,
historical societies, science centers, botanical gardens, children's
museums, and cultural centers; and
   WHEREAS, California museums encourage curiosity and provide a
source of enjoyment and education for every generation and every
community across the state and enhance those provided by the public
sector; and
   WHEREAS, California museums nourish minds and spirits by fostering
contemplation, exploration, critical thinking, and dialogue to
advance knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of history,
science, the arts, and the natural world; and
   WHEREAS, California museums present exhibitions and programs
created through research and scholarship for California residents and
visitors to the state to explore new ideas, exchange stories, and
discover collections and objects from our cultural and natural
heritage; and
   WHEREAS, California museums strengthen and enrich the lives of
people by inspiring lifelong learning, serving as repositories and
stewards for the state's unique history, culture, achievements, and
values; and
   WHEREAS, California museums forge relationships with community
partners, such as schools, libraries, public broadcasting, and
neighborhood and social service organizations, to foster civic
participation and cultural understanding; and
   WHEREAS, California museums contribute significantly to the
livability and economic vitality of the state and its communities,
create jobs, and attract tourists, local visitors, and businesses,
all of which create a demand for services; and
   WHEREAS, California museums are accessible to all residents, with
half of the state's museums providing free admission and others
offering free admission days; and
   WHEREAS, The California Association of Museums has served to bring
important recognition of this commemorative month and invites all
museums, museum service organizations, California residents, and
local governments to use this milestone to recognize and celebrate
the contributions of California museums as they serve communities,
the nation, and the world; now, therefore, be it
   Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly
thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes the important
role that museums have in the state, and proclaims May 2007 as
California Museum Month; and be it further
   Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this
resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.