SR 81
SR 81 by Pérez
SR 81
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Bill overview
This resolution recognizes Read Across America Day, which takes place on March 2nd each year. The purpose of Read Across America Day is to promote literacy and encourage involvement in reading among students, parents, and community members. The Senate is joining the California Teachers Association in celebrating this national event, honoring Dr. Seuss’s birthday and the importance of reading.
Key provisions
- Recognizes Read Across America Day.
- Designates March 2nd as Read Across America Day.
- Encourages participation in reading events.
- Supports literacy initiatives.
- Honors Dr. Seuss’s birthday.
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- Students
- Parents
- Educators
- Community Organizations
- California Residents
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| Enrolled March 03, 2026 |
| Passed IN Senate March 02, 2026 |
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE— 2025–2026 REGULAR SESSION
Senate Resolution
No. 81
| Introduced by Senator Pérez |
| February 18, 2026 |
Relative to Read Across America Day.
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SR 81, Pérez.
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WHEREAS, Reading is a building block of learning and the foundation for future success; and
WHEREAS, In 1998, the National Education Association celebrated the Read Across America campaign to raise awareness about the importance of reading; and
WHEREAS, The California Teachers Association celebrates Read Across America and the positive impact it has made in the schools and the State of California; and
WHEREAS, Read Across America is a national celebration of reading that promotes literacy, reading, and adult involvement in the education of pupils, and is celebrated on March 2 in honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday; and
WHEREAS, To celebrate the joy of reading, pupils, parents, educators, sports figures, celebrities, firefighters, and business and community leaders are taking part in Read Across America events throughout the nation; and
WHEREAS, On March 2, 2026, the National Education Association, the California Teachers Association, local schools, libraries, bookstores, businesses, and other community organizations will commemorate Read Across America Day; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, That the Senate joins the California Teachers Association in recognizing March 2, 2026, as Read Across America Day; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.