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ACR 116

Relative to Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Addis and 70 co-sponsors

California Legislature unanimously passes concurrent resolution honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., formalizing state recognition of his civil rights legacy and contributions.

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 8, Statutes of 2026.
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Bill Summary · ACR 116

Legislative bill overview

ACR 116 is a concurrent resolution passed by the California Legislature that honors Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The bill was unanimously adopted by the Senate (35-0) and subsequently chaptered by the Secretary of State in February 2026. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the state's recognition and commemoration rather than creating enforceable law.

Why is this important

Concurrent resolutions serve as official statements of legislative intent and values. This resolution formally recognizes MLK's significance within California's official record and demonstrates bipartisan support (sponsors span different political affiliations) for honoring his legacy and contributions to civil rights.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive: As a resolution rather than legislation, it carries ceremonial rather than practical impact—critics may question whether symbolic gestures adequately address ongoing racial equity issues
  • Specificity unclear: The bill text itself is not provided, leaving unclear what specific aspect of MLK's life or legacy is being honored or what actionable commitments, if any, accompany the recognition
  • Unanimous passage: While the 35-0 vote suggests broad agreement, this also raises questions about whether a meaningful or substantive resolution would have faced debate or whether this represents lowest-common-denominator commemoration

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

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