Assembly MeasureChaptered/Signed
AR 49: Relative to Red Ribbon Week.
What AR 49 does, verified September 30, 2025
This bill aims to promote awareness and prevention of substance abuse, particularly among young people, by designating a specific week in the state calendar as Red Ribbon Week. The week is intended to honor the memory of Drug Enforcement Administration Agent Larry Smith, who was killed in the line of duty, and to encourage communities to take action against substance abuse. The bill will likely establish guidelines and resources for schools, communities, and organizations to participate in Red Ribbon Week activities.
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Last action: Read. Adopted. (Ayes 77. Noes 0. Page 2705.). (2025-08-21)Alert me
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| Aug. 21, 2025 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 77. Noes 0. Page 2705.). |
| Aug. 21, 2025 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 77. Noes 0.). |
| Aug. 18, 2025 | From committee: Be adopted. To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 9. Noes 0.) (August 18). |
| Aug. 18, 2025 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Jul. 15, 2025 | Introduced. |
Latest bill textIntroduced version, July 15, 2025 · 343 words
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE— 2025–2026 REGULAR SESSION
House Resolution
No. 49
| Introduced by Assembly Member Schiavo |
July 15, 2025 |
Relative to Red Ribbon Week.
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
HR 49, as introduced, Schiavo.
WHEREAS, Community Alliances for Drug-Free Youth, Inc. (CADFY), a statewide nonprofit organization, the office of the Governor, the office of the Attorney General, the State Department of Education, the California State Parent Teacher Association, and over 100 other statewide agencies, departments, and organizations have been strong advocates for Red Ribbon Week; and
WHEREAS, The National Family Partnership initiated the Red Ribbon Campaign after United States Drug Enforcement Administration agent Enrique “Kiki” S. Camarena was killed in Mexico by drug traffickers in 1985; and
WHEREAS, Parents, youth, schools, businesses, law enforcement, religious institutions, service organizations, senior citizens, medical and military personnel, sports teams, and others concerned about the effects of drugs on our communities will demonstrate their commitment to drug-free, healthy lifestyles by wearing and displaying red ribbons during this weeklong celebration; and
WHEREAS, Securing a safe and healthy future for our children is directly threatened by drug abuse, and awareness of this problem will help individuals in fighting drug abuse; and
WHEREAS, The objective of Red Ribbon Week will be to promote this view through drug prevention, education, parental involvement, and communitywide support; and
WHEREAS, The Assembly of the State of California has further committed its resources to ensure the success of the Red Ribbon Week celebration; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, That the Assembly hereby proclaims its support for the Red Ribbon Week celebration by proclaiming the period of October 23 to 31, 2025, inclusive, and October 23 to 31, 2026, inclusive, as Red Ribbon Week; and be it further
Resolved, That the Assembly encourages all Californians to help build drug-free communities and to participate in drug prevention activities by making a visible statement that we are firmly committed to healthy, productive, and drug-free lifestyles; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the Governor, and to the author for appropriate distribution throughout the state.
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