WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

HR 33

Relative to Star Wars Day.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Addis and 65 co-sponsors

California designates May the Fourth as "Star Wars Day" to officially recognize the cultural significance of the popular film franchise.

Read. Adopted. (Page 1479.).
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · HR 33

Legislative bill overview

HR 33 establishes May the Fourth as "Star Wars Day" in California, recognizing the cultural significance of the Star Wars franchise. The bill passed through committee unanimously and was adopted by the full chamber in May 2025.

Why is this important

Designating official state days serves symbolic purposes—recognizing cultural touchstones and fan communities while creating opportunities for promotional activities and tourism. This particular designation acknowledges Star Wars' substantial cultural impact on entertainment and global popular culture since 1977.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: Critics may question whether legislative time should be spent on entertainment-related designations rather than pressing policy issues
  • Precedent concerns: Approval could lead to requests for similar designations for other franchises, diluting the significance of official state recognitions
  • Secular symbolism: Some may object to elevating commercial entertainment properties to official state status, particularly compared to historical or civic commemorations

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

Sign in to ask a question.