BILL ANALYSIS �
ACR 72
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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING
ACR 72 (Alejo)
As Amended August 15, 2011
Majority vote
RULES 8-0
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|Ayes:|Skinner, Silva, Alejo, | | |
| |Butler, Carter, Hagman, | | |
| |Knight, Williams | | |
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SUMMARY : Recognizes November 2011, as Native American Heritage
Month, encourages Californians to participate in appropriate
observances that celebrate and commemorate Native Americans as a
symbol of hope and courage to all citizens, and applauds and
encourages the observance of California Indian nations for their
contributions to this great state. Specifically, this
resolution makes the following legislative findings:
1)Prior to the European colonization of the Americas, the
indigenous people of California thrived with a vibrant culture
and society; and, California Native American heritage and the
Native American community contribute to our state's history
and diverse cultural and social fabric.
2)Native American heritage has been marked by moments of triumph
and hardship that pre-date our 19th-century statehood; and,
California Native Americans have withstood the pressures to
lose their cultural languages, beliefs, and traditions that
have been passed on from generation to generation.
3)California Native Americans have proudly served in the United
States Armed Forces for over 200 years, defending the security
of our state and nation with their lives, including engaging
in World War II and Operation Iraqi Freedom with honor,
determination, and distinction.
4)Native American leaders have worked to bridge racial,
socioeconomic, and environmental barriers by empowering and
educating people in order to protect Native American culture
and heritage for future generations.
ACR 72
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FISCAL EFFECT : None
Analysis Prepared by : Anna McCabe / RLS. / (916) 319-2800
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