CA SB747

Civil rights: deprivation of federal constitutional rights, privileges, and immunities.

Engrossed Senate Aisha Wahab (D)
Plain English Summary

California SB747 aims to enhance protections for individuals against the deprivation of their federal constitutional rights. It introduces new provisions in the Civil Code to ensure that these rights are upheld and emphasizes the urgency of implementing these protections immediately.

Supporters Say

Supporters of SB747 would highlight it as a crucial step towards safeguarding civil rights in California, ensuring that all individuals have their federal constitutional rights protected. They would frame the bill as a necessary response to ongoing issues of discrimination and injustice, promoting equality and accountability.

Critics Say

Critics of SB747 might argue that the bill could lead to increased litigation and burden on the legal system, potentially resulting in frivolous lawsuits. They may also express concerns that the bill could create confusion regarding existing laws and lead to unintended consequences in civil rights enforcement.

Legislative Votes
Do pass as amended
A · Aug 13, 2026
Passed
11
YEA
4
NAY
Do pass as amended and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
A · Jun 9, 2026
Passed
9
YEA
3
NAY
Senate 3rd Reading SB747 Wiener et al
Senate · Jan 27, 2026
Passed
30
YEA
10
NAY
Do pass as amended
Senate · Jan 22, 2026
Passed
5
YEA
2
NAY
Placed on suspense file
Senate · Jan 20, 2026
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
Senate · Jan 13, 2026
Passed
11
YEA
2
NAY
Do pass
Senate · May 23, 2025
Passed
5
YEA
1
NAY
Placed on suspense file
Senate · May 19, 2025
Passed
5
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended, but first amend, and re-refer to the Committee on [Appropriations]
Senate · Apr 29, 2025
Passed
9
YEA
2
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Judiciary]
Senate · Apr 23, 2025
Passed
4
YEA
0
NAY

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the California State Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.