State holidays: Sylvia Mendez Day.

CA AB2294 is a bill that establishes a new state holiday in California called Sylvia Mendez Day. This holiday is intended to honor Sylvia Mendez, a civil rights activist known for her role in the fight against school segregation. The bill amends existing laws to officially recognize this day within the state's calendar.

CA AB2294 is a house bill in the California 2025-2026 Regular Session, sponsored by Tri Ta (R), currently “Passed” since September 27, 2026.

We track 5,060 California bills this session, 45 of them sponsored by Tri Ta.

The key recorded vote (A, August 31, 2026) ended 77–0 and passed.

Supporters of CA AB2294 would highlight the importance of recognizing Sylvia Mendez's contributions to civil rights and education equality. They would frame the establishment of Sylvia Mendez Day as a meaningful step towards honoring the legacy of individuals who have fought for justice and inclusion in California's history.

Critics of CA AB2294 might argue that creating another state holiday could impose additional costs on the state and disrupt the workweek. They may also contend that there are already numerous holidays and that the focus should be on addressing current issues rather than adding to the calendar.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.