John Harabedian — John Harabedian is mentioned twice during the roll call, first as named and then as called, indicating his presence in the procedural attendance check.
John Harabedian — Mentioned as the member who will have guests at his desk; name appears as 'Harbidian' in the transcript.
Gregg Hart — Named in the roll call.
Josh Hoover — Named in the roll call.
Jacqui Irwin — Named in the roll call.
Jacqui Irwin — Identified as the Assembly Member who will lead the pledge.
Jacqui Irwin — A long tribute to Jacqui Irwin highlights her as a colleague, friend, and effective policymaker with an engineer’s mindset. The speaker recalls how they met through shared interest in politics and policy, praises her problem-solving approach, focus on implementation and results, and major accomplishments on issues like gun violence prevention, cybersecurity, privacy, technology, Proposition 1, and climate policy. The remarks also emphasize her warmth, generosity, relationship-building, leadership in caucuses and fitness activities, and service as a Thousand Oaks city councilmember, mayor, and Assembly Member for Ventura County. The speaker notes her resilience in responding to crises in her district, expresses gratitude for her service and family sacrifices, congratulates her on becoming Congresswoman Irwin, and says Washington is getting a strong public servant. Jacqui Irwin then thanks members for their remarks and reflects on the honor of serving in Sacramento.
Jacqui Irwin — Referenced as a colleague whose point about family is agreed with.
Corey Jackson — Named in the roll call.
Natasha Johnson — Named in the roll call.
Maggy Krell — Named in the roll call.
Maggy Krell — A continuous tribute to Maggy Krell/Esme Soria praising her as a trustworthy, persistent, and relentless advocate for the Central Valley and her constituents. The speaker highlights her work on issues like hospitals and rural communities, notes that she always fights for home rather than Sacramento, and shares personal anecdotes about their friendship, including being roommates and working out together. The remarks conclude with congratulations on her move to the Senate and a plea for her to keep attending their workout class and continue bringing her determined voice to the Senate.
Maggy Krell — Identified as the author of the bill being discussed and praised for her example and help in understanding LGBTQ realities.
Maggy Krell — Maggy Krell is referenced only ambiguously in this section, with no clear substantive mention; the repeated entries appear to be transcription noise or omitted references rather than distinct discussion points.
Tom Lackey — Tom Lackey is mentioned twice during the roll call, first as 'Lackey' and then as 'Lackie,' both indicating his presence in the attendance record.
Tom Lackey — A long farewell tribute to Tom Lackey highlighting his integrity, independence, sincerity, humor, and bipartisan effectiveness. Speakers recall working with him on committees and legislation, credit him with helping turn contentious issues into unanimous or bipartisan outcomes, and praise his honesty, compassion, authenticity, and service to California. The remarks also include affectionate personal anecdotes and jokes about his bracelets, EDM, and his dislike of bananas, ending with warm thanks and a humorous goodbye.
Tom Lackey — The speaker uses himself as an example while criticizing partial truths.
Alex Lee — Named in the roll call.
Josh Lowenthal — Named in the roll call.
Alexandra Macedo — Named in the roll call.
Tina McKinnor — Named in the roll call.
Tina McKinnor — Assembly Member McKinnor is recognized to give remarks honoring Damon Connolly.
Diane Papan — Called in the roll.
Catherine Stefani — Called in the roll.
Sharon Quirk-Silva — Sharon Quirk-Silva was called in during the roll call.
Sharon Quirk-Silva — Sharon Quirk-Silva is mentioned as part of the Orange County delegation.
Sharon Quirk-Silva — A long farewell tribute recognizes Sharon Quirk-Silva for her service and character. She is introduced as the departing Assembly Member and praised for her background as a teacher, Fullerton City Council member, and the first Latina mayor of Fullerton. Speakers highlight her advocacy for veterans, housing, homelessness, schools, mental health, and listening to constituents, as well as her kindness, warmth, and ability to bring people together. The tribute notes that she has become more outspoken over time, speaking up and telling it like it is while still caring deeply about the institution and her constituents. Her family is acknowledged, including her husband, future son-in-law, and grandson, and the speaker reflects on her resilience through health issues. The tribute closes with repeated humorous references to her being 'sweet' and now 'spicy,' including a song parody celebrating her voice, heart, bipartisan work, steadiness, and growing strength, especially in the Women's Caucus and on issues affecting incarcerated women.
Sharon Quirk-Silva — Sharon Quirk-Silva delivers a farewell address reflecting on her years of public service. She thanks her family, constituents of AD 67, and the Speaker, and speaks about the privilege and responsibility of elected office. She reviews her policy focus over 14 years, including housing, homelessness, mental health, education, budget leadership, and lessons from a fact-finding journey into incarceration in California. She then offers parting advice to colleagues as a classroom teacher: prioritize family, be flexible and willing to amend and listen, engage in constructive debate, let go and move forward, and lead with empathy by remembering the struggles of those represented. She closes by recalling her first day in the Capitol and saying goodbye with gratitude and humility.
Chris Rogers — Chris Rogers was called in the roll.
Susan Rubio — Susan Rubio was called in the roll call.
Kate Sanchez — Kate Sanchez was called in the roll.
Kate Sanchez — Referred to as a dear friend and part of the Orange County delegation.
Celeste Rodriguez — Called in the roll.
Nick Schultz — Nick Schultz was called in during the roll call.
Rick Zbur — Rick Zbur was called in during the roll call.
Rick Zbur — Rick Zbur, the Democratic Caucus Chair, is introduced and then recognized to deliver opening remarks, including thanks to departing colleagues.