California Senate Joint Resolution 7 (SJR7) is a measure urging President Donald J. Trump to rescind tariffs imposed since January 2025 and to refund the American people for associated costs. It also calls on Congress to enact a joint resolution to rescind these tariffs and oppose future unilateral tariff increases. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SJR7/id/3456719?utm_source=openai))
CA SJR7 is a senate bill in the California 2025-2026 Regular Session, sponsored by Sabrina Cervantes (D), currently “Passed” since August 24, 2026.
We track 5,060 California bills this session, 45 of them sponsored by Sabrina Cervantes.
The key recorded vote (Senate, August 19, 2026) ended 27–10 and passed.
The bipartisan support for SJR7 indicates a shared concern among California legislators about the economic impact of tariffs on consumers. The resolution's passage reflects a unified stance against unilateral tariff increases and a commitment to protecting consumers.
While the resolution passed with broad bipartisan support, some may view it as a symbolic gesture without direct legislative power to alter federal tariff policies. Critics might argue that such resolutions do not effectively address the complexities of international trade relations and may not lead to tangible changes in federal tariff decisions.
Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.
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What does CA SJR7 do?
California Senate Joint Resolution 7 (SJR7) is a measure urging President Donald J. Trump to rescind tariffs imposed since January 2025 and to refund the American people for associated costs. It also calls on Congress to enact a joint resolution to rescind these tariffs and oppose future unilateral tariff increases. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SJR7/id/3456719?utm_source=openai))
How did the vote on CA SJR7 go?
The key recorded vote (Senate, August 19, 2026) ended 27–10 and passed.
What is the status of CA SJR7?
CA SJR7 is currently “Passed” in the California legislature.
Who sponsored CA SJR7?
Sabrina Cervantes (D) sponsored CA SJR7.
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