SR 119 by Caballero
SR 119
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution recognizes and celebrates California’s rich paleontological heritage, encompassing its diverse fossil sites, institutions, and ancient ecosystems. It highlights the importance of paleontology as a record of life’s past, a source of scientific knowledge related to ecology, evolution, and environmental challenges, and a tool for engaging the public in science. The resolution also acknowledges the challenges faced by scientific fields like paleontology, including funding cuts.
Key provisions
- Recognizes California’s unique paleontological heritage.
- Highlights the importance of paleontology in understanding ecology, evolution, and environmental challenges.
- Supports and promotes the sciences of paleontology.
- Acknowledges the role of various state entities in preserving paleontological resources.
- Recognizes the contributions of numerous paleontological institutions throughout California.
- References a 2018 study linking awe to humility.
- Addresses the challenges faced by scientific fields, including funding cuts.
Who is affected
- California residents
- Paleontologists
- Museums and paleontological institutions
- State agencies involved in resource preservation
- Students and educators
Notable changes
- None explicitly stated in the text.
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