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ACR 24

Relative to National Missing Children's Day.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Addis and 69 co-sponsors

California designates an official day to recognize missing children, creating a statewide observance for law enforcement and community awareness efforts.

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 88, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · ACR 24

Legislative bill overview

ACR 24 is a concurrent resolution that designates a day in California to recognize and honor missing children. The bill has already been chaptered (enacted) as of June 25, 2025, making it official state policy to observe National Missing Children's Day.

Why is this important

Concurrent resolutions are symbolic measures that don't create enforceable law but carry official state recognition and can direct resources toward awareness efforts. This designation provides a formal platform for law enforcement, nonprofits, and families to coordinate outreach and remembrance activities around a unified date.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive: The resolution doesn't mandate funding, investigations, or policy changes—it's primarily ceremonial, which some may view as insufficient without accompanying resource allocation
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill's text doesn't specify which date is designated or what activities the state will undertake, leaving implementation details unclear
  • Resource implications: While symbolic, designation resolutions can create expectations for agency participation and public events without corresponding budget allocations

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

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