CA SCR53

Declares that a climate emergency threatens California, the nation, the planet, the natural world, and all of humanity.

Cites that 97 percent of scientists agree climate change is real and human-induced, with more than 11,000 scientists worldwide declaring a climate emergency in November 2019.

Highlights California-specific impacts including sea level rise of up to seven feet by 2100, record-breaking wildfires, droughts, flooding, and warming temperatures that have increased by 3 degrees Fahrenheit over the past century.

Notes that marginalized communities including women, people of color, immigrants, indigenous communities, low-income people, and those with disabilities are disproportionately affected by climate change.

Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit copies of the resolution for appropriate distribution.