Assembly Concurrent ResolutionChaptered/Signed
ACR 196: California Small Business Month.
What ACR 196 does, verified August 20, 2026
<p>This measure declares the month of May as California Small Business Month.</p> <p>The legislation aims to recognize and honor the contributions of small businesses throughout the state during this designated period.</p> <p>It serves to highlight the vital role small enterprises play in the California economy and community development.</p>
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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 124, Statutes of 2026. (2026-06-18)Alert me
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| Jun. 18, 2026 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 124, Statutes of 2026. |
| Jun. 18, 2026 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 3 p.m. |
| Jun. 11, 2026 | In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling. |
| Jun. 11, 2026 | Adopted and to Assembly. (Ayes 36. Noes 0. Page 4701.) |
| Jun. 09, 2026 | Ordered to special consent calendar. |
Latest bill textChaptered version, June 18, 2026 · 371 words
Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 196
CHAPTER 124
Relative to California Small Business Month.
[ Filed with Secretary of State June 18, 2026. ]
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
ACR 196, Solache. California Small Business Month.
This measure would declare May as California Small Business Month.
WHEREAS, California is home to more than 4,100,000 small businesses, representing over 99 percent of all businesses in the state, and serving as the foundation of the world’s fourth largest economy; and
WHEREAS, Small businesses in California employ approximately 7,500,000 workers, nearly one-half of the state’s private workforce, driving innovation, creating jobs, and serving as vital pillars of local communities; and
WHEREAS, California’s dynamic and competitive economic environment, coupled with a robust regulatory framework focused on sustainability, equity, and consumer protection, positions small businesses to thrive in a forward-looking, innovation-led economy; and
WHEREAS, Small businesses in California have demonstrated exceptional resilience and adaptability, successfully navigating one of the most competitive landscapes in the nation, while continuing to lead in sectors such as clean energy, biotechnology, food innovation, and digital commerce; and
WHEREAS, The resilience and adaptability of small businesses have been demonstrated through their recovery efforts following the COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters, and recent devastating wildfires, with many pivoting to meet new consumer needs and contributing to the state’s economic rebound; and
WHEREAS, Minority-owned small businesses contribute nearly $193 billion in economic output per year, supporting 2,500,000 jobs in California each year and generating $28.7 billion in tax revenue, which helps fund essential services such as education, infrastructure, and housing; and
WHEREAS, Small businesses play a crucial role in addressing affordability issues in California by creating local jobs, offering community-based services, reducing commute times, and contributing to more equitable economic development; and
WHEREAS, Forty-seven percent of California’s small businesses are owned by individuals from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, reinforcing the state’s commitment to inclusive economic opportunity; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby declares May as California Small Business Month, in celebration of the contributions small businesses make to our economy, culture, and communities; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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