BILL NUMBER:  SB 516
  VETOED	DATE: 09/25/2010




To the Members of the California State Senate:
I am returning Senate Bill 516 without my signature.
This bill is similar to a measure I vetoed in 2008.  I still
encourage California youth to engage in the public policy issues that
directly impact their lives such as education, employment, foster
care, homelessness, and more.  However, as most parents and adults
can attest, I would also argue that youth do not need statutory
authorization to have their voices and opinions heard.  There are
numerous organizations, entities and communications in which youth
can be engaged in our legislative process.
For these reasons, I am unable to sign this bill.
Sincerely,

Arnold Schwarzenegger