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SB 765: State snake.
What SB 765 does, verified December 6, 2025
The proposed law would add a new section to the government code, establishing the giant garter snake as the official state snake. This would be in addition to existing state emblems, such as the poppy as the official state flower, the California redwood as the official state tree, and the California desert tortoise as the official state reptile. The giant garter snake is a native species to the state and is recognized for its distinctive characteristics.
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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 482, Statutes of 2025. (2025-09-02)Alert me
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| Oct. 09, 2025 | Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 482, Statutes of 2025. |
| Oct. 09, 2025 | Approved by the Governor. |
| Sep. 09, 2025 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 2 p.m. |
| Sep. 02, 2025 | Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 40. Noes 0. Page 2406.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Sep. 02, 2025 | Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 40. Noes 0.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |