By Darrlene Alquiza - Advocacy Director for PERK Advocacy
September 30th marked the Governor's final day to either pass bills with his signature or to veto those that were presented to him, effectively completing the legislative cycle. Throughout the year, PERK Advocacy took active and engaged positions of support or opposition on approximately 55 different bills in 2024. Among these, there were a total of 39 bills that we supported which successfully advanced to the second house for further consideration. Out of this group, an impressive 27 bills ultimately passed through the legislative process and were officially signed into law!
There were 5 bills that we opposed this year, and 3 of them did not pass. AB1955 was the gut and amend bill about schools developing parent notification policies regarding sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression that rushed through the legislature and was Chaptered soon thereafter.
AB1825 regarding libraries was a concern, but an amendment was made in our favor to remove language pertaining to school libraries. AB734 is the tackle football bill that died early on in the legislative process.
PERK Advocacy submitted 2 letters to the governor asking for a veto, and they were granted: SB907 regarding making changes to the Orange County Board of Education and SB2442 regarding expediting licensing for doctors who would provide gender affirming care were vetoed.
Thank you to all of the members and followers who participated in our campaigns and voiced your support and concerns to your state representatives. Your voice matters.
