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ACR 36

Relative to Special Districts Week.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Addis and 66 co-sponsors

California designates a special week to honor Special Districts and their role in providing essential local government services and infrastructure management.

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 89, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · ACR 36

Legislative bill overview

ACR 36 is a commemorative resolution designating a special week in California to recognize and celebrate Special Districts and their contributions to local governance. The bill has passed both chambers and been signed into law as Resolution Chapter 89 of the 2025 Statutes.

Why is this important

Special districts (such as water, fire, cemetery, and utility districts) provide essential services to California communities often outside traditional city and county boundaries. This recognition brings public awareness to the role these locally-governed entities play in infrastructure, public safety, and resource management.

Potential points of contention

  • Ceremonial value vs. substantive action: As a resolution, this is symbolic only and does not allocate funding or implement policy changes for special districts
  • Scope and representation: The resolution may not address underlying concerns about special district transparency, accountability, or financial challenges that some districts face
  • Selective recognition: Some stakeholders may question why special districts receive designated recognition while other local government entities do not

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

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