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ACR 20

Relative to Wear Red Day and American Heart Month.

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

Summary of ACR 20: Relative to Wear Red Day and American Heart Month Purpose and IntentThe purpose of ACR 20 is to recognize and promote awareness of heart disease and the importan

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 20, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · ACR 20

Summary of ACR 20: Relative to Wear Red Day and American Heart Month

Purpose and Intent

The purpose of ACR 20 is to recognize and promote awareness of heart disease and the importance of heart health. Specifically, the resolution:

  1. Declares February as "American Heart Month" in California.
  2. Designates the first Friday in February as "Wear Red Day" in California.
  3. Encourages all Californians to wear red on Wear Red Day to show their support for the fight against heart disease.

Key Provisions

The key provisions of ACR 20 are:

  • Officially declaring February as American Heart Month in California, aligning with the national observance.
  • Designating the first Friday in February as "Wear Red Day" in the state.
  • Encouraging all Californians to wear red on Wear Red Day to raise awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States.
  • Urging state and local governments, businesses, schools, and other organizations to participate in Wear Red Day activities and promotions.
  • Calling on all Californians to learn more about heart disease prevention and to make healthy lifestyle choices to reduce their risk.

Affected Parties

ACR 20 is aimed at benefiting all Californians by promoting greater awareness and action around heart health. Specifically, the resolution encourages:

  • Individuals to wear red and learn more about heart disease.
  • Businesses, schools, and other organizations to participate in Wear Red Day and American Heart Month activities.
  • State and local governments to support and promote the observance of these events.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

ACR 20 was introduced on January 23, 2025 and was subsequently chaptered by the California Secretary of State on an unspecified date, becoming Res. Chapter 20 of the Statutes of 2025.

The resolution takes effect immediately upon being chaptered, designating February as American Heart Month and the first Friday in February as Wear Red Day in California on an ongoing annual basis.

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

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