CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20232024 REGULAR SESSION Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 145Introduced by Assembly Member Jim PattersonFebruary 15, 2024 Relative to Coexist with Wildlife, California. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTACR 145, as introduced, Jim Patterson. Coexist with Wildlife, California.This measure would declare 2024 as the year to Coexist with Wildlife, California.Digest Key Fiscal Committee: NO Bill TextWHEREAS, The year of 2024 is named the year to Coexist with Wildlife, California, marking 100 years since the loss of the California grizzly bear; andWHEREAS, The loss of this magnificent creature, that is the symbol of the state flag and state seal, is a reminder of how easily Californias wildlife and wild places can disappear and how humans play an integral role in safeguarding the habitats of our fellow creatures; and WHEREAS, California is the most populous and biodiverse state in the United States, with more than 39,000,000 people and 7,070 species of animals and plants; andWHEREAS, We celebrate the incredible biodiversity of California, from the Sierras to the sea and everything in between, and we call upon all Californians to conserve and restore wildlife habitats that will allow species to thrive; andWHEREAS, Californias accredited zoos and aquariums, along with conservation partners, strive to save species from extinction, work to reintroduce numerous species in the State of California and worldwide, and provide conservation and wildlife education to millions of visitors each year; andWHEREAS, Every human, plant, animal, and drop of water reflects the health of the community; andWHEREAS, In 2024, we challenge all Californians to take action by learning about your local wildlife, planting pollinator gardens, engaging with local preservation and conservation organizations, writing your representatives about important conservation policies, minimizing your impact by leaving no trace, giving wildlife their needed space, and talking to others about what youve learned; andWHEREAS, The Legislature recognizes the dedication and commitment to Californias wildlife and the role accredited zoos and aquariums, conservation partners, and caring Californians have in preserving the states rich biodiversity for future generations; now, therefore, be itResolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature, in recognition of the importance of the states wildlife and human-wildlife coexistence, declares 2024 as the year to Coexist with Wildlife, California; and be it furtherResolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20232024 REGULAR SESSION Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 145Introduced by Assembly Member Jim PattersonFebruary 15, 2024 Relative to Coexist with Wildlife, California. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTACR 145, as introduced, Jim Patterson. Coexist with Wildlife, California.This measure would declare 2024 as the year to Coexist with Wildlife, California.Digest Key Fiscal Committee: NO
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20232024 REGULAR SESSION
Assembly Concurrent Resolution
No. 145
Introduced by Assembly Member Jim PattersonFebruary 15, 2024
Introduced by Assembly Member Jim Patterson
February 15, 2024
Relative to Coexist with Wildlife, California.
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
## LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
ACR 145, as introduced, Jim Patterson. Coexist with Wildlife, California.
This measure would declare 2024 as the year to Coexist with Wildlife, California.
This measure would declare 2024 as the year to Coexist with Wildlife, California.
## Digest Key
## Bill Text
WHEREAS, The year of 2024 is named the year to Coexist with Wildlife, California, marking 100 years since the loss of the California grizzly bear; and
WHEREAS, The loss of this magnificent creature, that is the symbol of the state flag and state seal, is a reminder of how easily Californias wildlife and wild places can disappear and how humans play an integral role in safeguarding the habitats of our fellow creatures; and
WHEREAS, California is the most populous and biodiverse state in the United States, with more than 39,000,000 people and 7,070 species of animals and plants; and
WHEREAS, We celebrate the incredible biodiversity of California, from the Sierras to the sea and everything in between, and we call upon all Californians to conserve and restore wildlife habitats that will allow species to thrive; and
WHEREAS, Californias accredited zoos and aquariums, along with conservation partners, strive to save species from extinction, work to reintroduce numerous species in the State of California and worldwide, and provide conservation and wildlife education to millions of visitors each year; and
WHEREAS, Every human, plant, animal, and drop of water reflects the health of the community; and
WHEREAS, In 2024, we challenge all Californians to take action by learning about your local wildlife, planting pollinator gardens, engaging with local preservation and conservation organizations, writing your representatives about important conservation policies, minimizing your impact by leaving no trace, giving wildlife their needed space, and talking to others about what youve learned; and
WHEREAS, The Legislature recognizes the dedication and commitment to Californias wildlife and the role accredited zoos and aquariums, conservation partners, and caring Californians have in preserving the states rich biodiversity for future generations; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature, in recognition of the importance of the states wildlife and human-wildlife coexistence, declares 2024 as the year to Coexist with Wildlife, California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.