CA ACR137

Designates April 22-28, 2012, as West Nile Virus and Mosquito and Vector Control Awareness Week in California

Acknowledges West Nile virus caused 8 human deaths in California in 2011, with 155 individuals testing positive across 23 counties

Emphasizes that mosquito and vector control districts, adequate funding, disease surveillance, and public awareness programs are essential to prevent outbreaks of West Nile virus and other vector-borne diseases

Recognizes that professional mosquito and vector control reduces disease transmission while the public can help by eliminating breeding sites and avoiding vector bites during high-risk periods

Directs the Assembly Chief Clerk to distribute the resolution to the Governor, State Public Health Officer, and the bill's author