CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20252026 REGULAR SESSION Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 13Introduced by Assembly Member JacksonJanuary 13, 2025 Relative to International Day of Peace. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTACR 13, as introduced, Jackson. International Day of Peace.This measure would recognize and proclaim September 21, 2025, as the International Day of Peace.Digest Key Fiscal Committee: NO Bill TextWHEREAS, Established in 1981 by a unanimous UN resolution, the International Day of Peace is a United Nations-sanctioned holiday dedicated to promoting global peace and nonviolence; andWHEREAS, The International Day of Peace serves as a shared moment for humanity to reflect on the ideals of peace and work toward a culture of harmony across nations, communities, and individuals; andWHEREAS, The observance of the International Day of Peace is marked by significant events, including the ringing of the Peace Bell in the United Nations headquarters, which serves as a solemn reminder of the human cost of war and a call to action for collective efforts toward peace; andWHEREAS, By designating a day for cease-fire and humanitarian efforts, the International Day of Peace creates opportunities to address immediate crises while fostering long-term solutions and provides a global platform for dialogue and education on conflict resolution, cooperation, and the cessation of violence; andWHEREAS, Each International Day of Peace presents a theme, such as 2024s Cultivating a Culture of Peace, encouraging collaboration among nations, organizations, and communities to tackle pressing global challenges and promote sustainable peace initiatives; and WHEREAS, The International Day of Peace matters because it highlights the universal importance of justice, equity, and human rights in achieving lasting harmony; in a world marked by geopolitical tensions and social inequalities, the International Day of Peace reminds us of our shared responsibility to build bridges instead of walls; andWHEREAS, The International Day of Peace serves as a powerful reminder that peace is not merely the absence of war, but the active presence of understanding, compassion, and solidarity, making it an essential foundation for a stable and prosperous future; now, therefore, be itResolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby recognizes and proclaims September 21, 2025, as the International Day of Peace; and be it furtherResolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20252026 REGULAR SESSION Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 13Introduced by Assembly Member JacksonJanuary 13, 2025 Relative to International Day of Peace. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTACR 13, as introduced, Jackson. International Day of Peace.This measure would recognize and proclaim September 21, 2025, as the International Day of Peace.Digest Key Fiscal Committee: NO
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20252026 REGULAR SESSION
Assembly Concurrent Resolution
No. 13
Introduced by Assembly Member JacksonJanuary 13, 2025
Introduced by Assembly Member Jackson
January 13, 2025
Relative to International Day of Peace.
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
## LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
ACR 13, as introduced, Jackson. International Day of Peace.
This measure would recognize and proclaim September 21, 2025, as the International Day of Peace.
This measure would recognize and proclaim September 21, 2025, as the International Day of Peace.
## Digest Key
## Bill Text
WHEREAS, Established in 1981 by a unanimous UN resolution, the International Day of Peace is a United Nations-sanctioned holiday dedicated to promoting global peace and nonviolence; and
WHEREAS, The International Day of Peace serves as a shared moment for humanity to reflect on the ideals of peace and work toward a culture of harmony across nations, communities, and individuals; and
WHEREAS, The observance of the International Day of Peace is marked by significant events, including the ringing of the Peace Bell in the United Nations headquarters, which serves as a solemn reminder of the human cost of war and a call to action for collective efforts toward peace; and
WHEREAS, By designating a day for cease-fire and humanitarian efforts, the International Day of Peace creates opportunities to address immediate crises while fostering long-term solutions and provides a global platform for dialogue and education on conflict resolution, cooperation, and the cessation of violence; and
WHEREAS, Each International Day of Peace presents a theme, such as 2024s Cultivating a Culture of Peace, encouraging collaboration among nations, organizations, and communities to tackle pressing global challenges and promote sustainable peace initiatives; and
WHEREAS, The International Day of Peace matters because it highlights the universal importance of justice, equity, and human rights in achieving lasting harmony; in a world marked by geopolitical tensions and social inequalities, the International Day of Peace reminds us of our shared responsibility to build bridges instead of walls; and
WHEREAS, The International Day of Peace serves as a powerful reminder that peace is not merely the absence of war, but the active presence of understanding, compassion, and solidarity, making it an essential foundation for a stable and prosperous future; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby recognizes and proclaims September 21, 2025, as the International Day of Peace; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.