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SCR 39

Relative to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Day.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jasmeet Bains and 10 co-sponsors

California establishes an official Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Day to honor the late Supreme Court Justice's civil rights legacy.

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 61, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · SCR 39

Legislative bill overview

SCR 39 establishes Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Day in California as an official day of recognition. The bill designates a specific day to honor the late Supreme Court Justice's legacy and contributions to civil rights and gender equality. This is a ceremonial resolution with no direct budgetary or regulatory impact.

Why is this important

Symbolic recognition can shape public discourse and educational priorities around historical figures and their causes. The designation may influence school curricula, government acknowledgments, and public awareness of Ginsburg's judicial philosophy and impact on constitutional law. It reflects California's legislative priorities regarding civil rights advocacy and women's rights issues.

Potential points of contention

  • Partisan interpretation: Ginsburg's judicial legacy is viewed differently across the political spectrum, with conservatives criticizing her liberal activism and progressives praising her civil rights advocacy; designation may be seen as state endorsement of one political perspective
  • Resource allocation: Critics may question whether ceremonial resolutions merit legislative time when substantive policy issues require attention
  • Selective commemoration: Questions about which historical figures receive state recognition and whether criteria are consistently applied across different communities and causes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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