CA AB2487

Establishes the California Commission on Human Rights as an advisory commission in state government with 17 members, including 3 state senators, 3 assembly members, and 11 public members appointed by legislative leaders, the Superintendent of Public Instruction, Attorney General, and Governor.

Requires the commission to identify and evaluate California's successes and failures in protecting human rights, including sanctuary state policies, local government relations with marginalized communities, labor protections, and educational access.

Mandates the commission to determine statutory, regulatory, or budgetary solutions to protect human rights and submit at least annual reports with recommendations to the Legislature and Governor.

Empowers the commission to hold hearings, employ staff, accept federal grants and private donations, appoint advisers, and provide technical assistance to state agencies and legislators.

Limits the commission to advisory capacity only, requiring implementation of its findings through separate legislation, state agency regulations, or Executive Order.