BILL ANALYSIS
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THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 77
Author: Correa (D)
Amended: As introduced
Vote: 21
WITHOUT REFERENCE TO COMMITTEE OR FILE
SUBJECT : Childhood Obesity Prevention and Fitness Week
SOURCE : St. Joseph Health System
DIGEST : This resolution proclaims the last full week in
September in each year as Childhood Obesity Prevention and
Fitness Week, and expresses the Legislature's support of
various programs that work to reduce obesity and increases
exercise among children.
ANALYSIS :
This resolution makes the following Legislative findings:
1. Childhood obesity is recognized as a national epidemic
and can contribute to low self-esteem, poor body image,
eating disorders, and depression.
2. Overweight children are at a greater risk of developing
many health problems during childhood, including type 2
diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and orthopedic
problems.
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3. Overweight children are more likely to be obese as
adults, putting them at a much higher risk for heart
disease, cancer, stroke, and other disabilities later in
life.
4. The rate of childhood obesity has tripled in children
and adolescents 6 to 19 years of age over the last three
decades.
5. In California, 30 percent of children 10 to 17 years of
age are considered overweight or obese.
6. The highest rates of obesity are found in Hispanic,
African American, and Native American children, with
rates that are double those of Caucasian children.
7. Those that are overweight, obese, or physically inactive
are estimated to cost California tens of billions of
dollars for medical care, workers' compensation, and
lost productivity.
8. Many factors contribute to childhood obesity, including
cultural barriers, urban safety, proximity to fast food,
and the cost or lack of access to healthier
alternatives.
9. Studies have shown that healthy eating habits and
exercise can improve a child's ability to learn,
self-esteem, and overall health.
10.Current recommendations state that children should
strive for at least 30 minutes daily of moderate
intensity physical activity.
FISCAL EFFECT : Fiscal Com.: No
SUPPORT : (Verified 5/24/10)
St. Joseph Health System (source)
California Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation & Dance
California Academy of Physician Assistants
California WIC Association
California State Parent Teacher Association
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California Parent-Teacher Association
CTW:do 5/24/10 Senate Floor Analyses
SUPPORT/OPPOSITION: SEE ABOVE
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