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SCR 41

Relative to Special Olympics Day.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Angelique Ashby and 5 co-sponsors

California designates an official Special Olympics Day to honor athletes with intellectual disabilities and the organization providing them competitive sports opportunities.

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 49, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · SCR 41

Legislative bill overview

SCR 41 designates a special day in California to recognize and honor the Special Olympics organization and its athletes. The resolution passed unanimously through both chambers and has been formally enacted into law as of April 29, 2025.

Why is this important

Special Olympics Day recognizes an organization that provides year-round sports training and competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The designation brings public attention to adaptive sports programs and celebrates the achievements of athletes who might otherwise lack competitive athletic opportunities.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive: This is a ceremonial resolution with no budget appropriations or enforceable provisions—it formally recognizes a day but creates no new programs or funding
  • Selection among causes: Resources devoted to honoring one organization could theoretically support direct services, though this resolution itself requires no expenditure
  • Frequency of similar measures: California legislature considers numerous honorary resolutions annually, raising questions about legislative priorities and time allocation

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

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