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Adelanto Native Conducts Maintenance in Aerial Refueling Pod Aboard USS Nimitz

PHILIPPINE SEA—U.S. Navy Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Jose Flores, from Adelanto, Calif., tightens screws in an aerial refueling store pod in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is in 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Crafton Hills College Celebrates the Heroes of Paramedic Class #98

YUCAIPA, CA— A victorious Crafton Hills College (CHC) Paramedic Class #98 was celebrated at an enthusiastic graduation ceremony on Friday, January 20.

CHC’s Dean of Career Education and Human Development Dan Word served as master of ceremonies. Word led the charge in ensuring the evening ceremony was not going to be a quiet one as he encouraged shout-outs from friends and family who helped paramedic graduates along the way.

“I was really pleased by your response to the welcome [of our graduates], and so that’s how we are going to do [it] this evening,” Word said. “The evening is just about that – a celebration of the accomplishment that these students have achieved to this point. So, at any point, simply shout it out.”

“Estrada!” shouted one audience member. “Ocampo!” yelled others. Excitement and pride filled the more than hour-long ceremony, culminating in the moments when each student received their pin. A video set to the song “Hero” flashed highlights of the program and individual students’ work in and outside the classroom.

CHC’s paramedic program is divided into three parts: didactic, clinical and field. Students spend hundreds of hours completing each one. Add hundreds more hours of studying, and the graduates will tell you it’s a challenging program to complete. But with the class motto, “Victory’s always with me,” Class #98 was able to finish, and soon 19 graduates will become full-time paramedics or embark on the next chapter in their respective careers.

To help motivate students, the class invited CHC alum Daniel Donahue to deliver some words of wisdom. Donahue’s address was funny and charming and offered the grads important lessons for the field.

“The exceptionalism you exhibit in the field of paramedicine will serve you, your patients, and the relationships with the people around you. Be unexceptionally kind,” he said. “Many times, you’ll see patients in their lowest moments, and for some, those lowest moments are their lifestyle. But [for others], those lowest moments are also their last, and at those moments, a drop of kindness always feels like an ocean.

“Class of ‘98, may God richly bless you in this field,” Donahue continued. “Be exceptional. And congratulations.”

Graduating classmate Nikolas Esquer then told his classmates that he has full faith in their skills and the impact they will have on the communities they serve. A class plaque was presented and will hang in the halls of the public safety allied health building. Scholarships highlighting exceptional achievements were awarded during the ceremony.

Recipients and awards were as follows:

• Clinical Award: Amanda McKinley
• Skills Award: John Laudan

• Field Award: Jacob Arnett
• Assessment Award: Chase Bernardy
• Pharmacology Award: James Jarboe
• Director’s Award: Kevin McKiddy
• Cardiology Award: Matthew Rae
• Theory Award: Richard Quijada

Dr. Phong Nguyen, CHC’s medical director and president of the CHC Foundation, gave special awards to Marcus Davis and Anthony Estrada. CHC President Dr. Kevin Horan announced that each graduating student received a $150 grant to assist with licensing fees thanks to the Foundation and Nicolas Campos, a longtime supporter of the program and the paramedic field.

To learn more about the program, visit www.craftonhills.edu/paramedic.

 

Voters Will Determine Fate of Fast-Food Workers Pay Raise

By Edward Henderson | California Black Media

Last September, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 257 into law. Supporters of the legislation, authored by Assemblymember Chris Holden (D-Pasadena), hailed it for its promise to provide a minimum wage and improve working conditions for fast food workers.

But late last month, the future of AB 257 — also known as “the Fast Act” or “the Fast-Food Recovery Act” — came into question. California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber’s office announced that a referendum seeking to overturn the law had gathered enough signatures to be placed on the November ballot.

“To qualify for the ballot,” the Secretary of State’s office wrote, “the referendum needed 623,212 valid petition signatures, which is equal to five percent of the total votes cast for governor in the November 2018 General Election.

When AB 257 passed last year along party lines, it authorized the establishment of the Fast-Food Accountability and Standards Recovery Act or FAST Recovery Act. The bill established the Fast-Food Council within the Department of Industrial Relations, to be composed of 10 members to be appointed by the Governor, the Speaker of the Assembly, and the Senate Rules Committee.

According to the bill’s language, the purpose of the council is to establish “sector-wide minimum standards on wages (up to $22/hour in 2023 with capped annual increases), working hours, and other working conditions related to the health, safety, and welfare of, and supplying the necessary cost of proper living to, fast food restaurant workers, as well as effecting interagency coordination and prompt agency responses in this regard.” The act prohibits retaliation against fast-food workers for making certain workplace complaints.

Opponents of AB 257, led by a coalition called Save Local Restaurants, gathered more than 1 million signatures on a referendum petition. 712,000 of them were deemed to be valid by Weber’s office putting the referendum on the Nov. 5, 2024, ballot.

The Los Angeles Times published an article telling the stories of 14 voters who say they were misled by canvassers collecting signatures for the referendum. Many of them said that information was withheld from them about the nature of the campaign and were simply told it would support fast food workers.

But the laws’ opponents insist that their challenge to AB 257 is widely supported.

“California voters have made clear that they want a say on whether they must shoulder the burden of higher prices and job losses caused by the FAST Act,” said Save Local Restaurants in their press release. “This legislation singles out the quick service restaurant industry by establishing an unelected council to control labor policy, which would cause a sharp increase in food costs and push many Californians, particularly in disenfranchised communities, to the breaking point.”

The referendum means that the law is suspended until the November 2024 election when voters will decide whether to repeal it.

Holden, who is a former franchise owner said he believes AB 257 would protect both owners and employees – if those opposing the law allow it to work.

“Given, the final version of the bill removed many expressed concerns of subpoena power and joint-liability. While, strengthening the over-site role of the legislature, providing for equal Sector Council representation and adding a sunset clause to evaluate effectiveness. As a result, this first in the nation worker protection bill is worthy to become law in California,” Holden said when Newsom signed the law last year.

Labor advocates believe the legislation could create a precedent in the U.S for negotiating workplace standards, which would, in turn, revolutionize the collective bargaining process.

However, the coalition of businesses opposing the law feel it would leave businesses with higher labor costs and hiked-up food prices.

According to the nonpartisan Fair Political Practices Commission, fast-food corporations and business trade groups including In-N-Out, Chipotle, Chick-Fil-A, McDonald’s, Starbucks and the National Restaurant Association donated millions to support the referendum effort.

“The FAST Act is bad policy that threatens not only quick service restaurants, but the independents operating in the same neighborhoods,” National Restaurant Association Executive Vice President for Public Affairs Sean Kennedy said in a press release.

“There is no way that the regulations passed by this unelected council would not damage the state’s restaurant industry, harm its workforce, and leave diners paying the bill. We’re pleased that Californians will get the chance to exercise their constitutional right to vote on this law and will continue to support the operators, small business owners, and workers that make the restaurant industry so important to our customers’ lives.”

 

San Bernardino Receives $1.4 Million in Federal Funding to Renovate the Historic Roosevelt Bowl

SAN BERNARDINO, CA— Congressman Pete Aguilar was joined by San Bernardino city
leaders and community members on January 23 to announce $1.4 million in funding from the recently approved Federal budget to renovate the historic Roosevelt Bowl at Perris Hill Park.

“It is my privilege to announce that I secured $1,400,000 in Community Project Funds to restore this historic venue,” said Rep. Aguilar, who represents much of the City of San Bernardino. “I will always prioritize our community and our economic growth, and I’m looking forward to working closely with our local government officials to secure more funding for San Bernardino.”

In 2022, the San Bernardino Mayor and Council committed $600,000 to begin the renovation of the Bowl. The $1.4 million in Federal funds will enable the City to complete the restoration.

“For 90 years, the Roosevelt Bowl has been a treasured venue that has brought musical performances, plays, and cultural events to the residents of San Bernardino,” said Mayor Helen Tran. “Thanks to the work of Congressman Aguilar, we will be able to restore, renovate, and upgrade the historic Bowl for generations to enjoy.”

“The 1,800-seat Bowl was built and dedicated in 1934 as part of the depression era Federal Work Progress Administration (W.P.A.). For many years, the outdoor amphitheater was a featured gathering place in San Bernardino for musical, artistic, and cultural performances, civic events, and graduations.

“San Bernardino residents have been patiently waiting for us to bring back the activities the Roosevelt Bowl used to host,” said 2 Ward Council Member Sandra Ibarra. “Thank you, Congressman Aguilar. On behalf of everyone who misses the Roosevelt Bowl, you are helping to bring it back.”

Improvements will include the renovation of the main building, concession stand, and bathrooms; upgrading the facility to be compliant with the American with Disabilities Act;” “concrete and electrical work; restoration of the access trail; upgrades to lighting and sound systems; the installation of fencing; and restoration of landscaping and irrigation.

While the renovations are expected to take approximately one year to complete, San Bernardino plans on bringing back a summer concert series at the Bowl in June.”

“An aerial photo of the historic Franklin D. Roosevelt Bowl at Perris Hill Park.”

Crafton Hills College Hosts Naming Ceremony for The Kirsten Greek Respiratory Care Classroom

YUCAIPA, CA— When respiratory care students at Crafton Hills College (CHC) enter room PSAH-115, they will see late alumna Kirsten Greek’s name, reminding and inspiring them to continue their passion for helping others as they pursue their careers.

On Saturday, January 21, Kirsten’s family celebrated the official naming of the space and the Greek family’s legacy of philanthropic giving.

“We are over the moon this is being done,” said Kirsten’s dad, Forrest Greek. “We feel her spirit will always be in this room and that her spirit will help others be independent and successful.”

After high school, Kirsten initially attended a university but felt like she wasn’t flourishing as she had expected to. She left and went to work with her mother at the Jerry L. Pettis Memorial Veterans’ Hospital in Loma Linda. There she worked directly with patients and decided to study respiratory care at CHC, where she excelled in her new pursuit.

“She blossomed,” Forrest said.

“She loved it,” added Valorie Greek, Forrest’s second wife and longtime friend.

In May 1993, Kirsten Greek graduated from CHC and began building a career at local hospitals like San Bernardino County Hospital and St. Bernardine Medical Center in San Bernardino, Calif.

Unfortunately, despite finding success in her field, Kirsten was dealing with mental health issues and lost her battle with bipolar depression in 2011.

Among those in attendance included Ariana Rogge, a 28-year-old respiratory care student who, despite traveling from Temecula to CHC five days a week, wanted to show her appreciation to the Greek family and found herself driving back to campus again on the weekend.

“They’re creating a legacy here today,” she said.

Rogge said she wanted to show her gratitude to the Greek family, who created an endowment in Kirsten’s memory that will grant every respiratory care graduate $300 to assist with the expense of licensing upon program completion.

“Most of us come to community college because we can’t afford to go straight to a four-year university,” Rogge continued. “I am really grateful for their contribution.”

The Greek family ties to the area go back several decades. With two young children in tow, Forrest and his first, late wife Adella, moved to the area some 60 years ago and began planting their roots and raising their children here.

Despite the profound loss of their beloved Kirsten, the Saturday afternoon name unveiling celebrated her and her memory. One relative traveled from the Midwest to be at the ceremony because of the positive impact that Kirsten made on the family.

The Greeks’ philanthropy continues to benefit other programs and areas on campus. CHC President Dr. Kevin Horan said the Greeks’ generosity is assisting the college in removing barriers for students.

“The California Community College System is the most affordable higher education system in the United States. Yet, it is out of reach for millions of people at the same time. Gifts like this will remove a barrier,” he said.

“Any time anyone visits the building, Kirsten and the impact she had on the Respiratory Care Program will be remembered,” Horan continued.

“Kirsten will live on forever here at Crafton,” Horan concluded.

For more information on the Greek family’s contributions or to learn more about how to aid in the success of CHC students, visit www.craftonhills.edu/foundation, or contact Michelle Riggs, Director of Institutional Advancement, by email at mriggs@craftonhills.edu or by phone at 909-389-3391.

 

 

San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran Appointed to SCAG Committee on Community, Economic, and Human Development

SAN BERNARDINO, CA— The City of San Bernardino has announced that Mayor Helen
Tran has been appointed to serve on the influential Community, Economic, and Human Development Committee for the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). Tran will represent both the City of San Bernardino and the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA).

“I am pleased to have been appointed to this committee,” said Tran. “Having a seat at the table on the committee that oversees local housing allocations is critical for San Bernardino and the region.”

SCAG’s Community, Economic and Human Development (CHED) Committee reviews projects, plans and programs of regional significance for consistency and conformity with applicable regional plans. Included in its duties are the oversight of the growth visioning and growth forecasting processes, as well as the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA), which determines additional housing requirements for every city in Southern California to meet.

“I look forward to representing our interests to ensure the San Bernardino achieves a balance between both housing and jobs,” added Tran.

Mayor Tran joins San Bernardino Council Member Damon Alexander representing the region on a SCAG committee. Last month, Alexander was appointed to the Committee on Energy and the Environment.

SCAG is an association of local governments and public agencies that convenes to address critical regional issues. It is the nation’s largest metropolitan planning organization, encompassing six counties (Imperial, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura), 191 cities, and 19 million people in an area covering more than
38,000 square miles.

Felicia Alexander: Newest SBCUSD Board Member

By Angela M. Coggs

On Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at the 777 N F Street in the newly remodeled San Bernardino Board of Education building, change and newness was in the air.

While some people were home, settling in to watch the President Biden’s State of the Union Address, there were also many people in the San Bernardino who braved the cold, windy temperatures outside to witness Felicia Alexander be officially sworn in as the newest San Bernardino City Unified School District Board Member. On January 24, 2023, the SBCUSD Board of Education made the provisional appointment of Alexander to fill a vacancy on the governing board. The vacancy was created in December when Dr. Gwen Dowdy-Rodgers resigned to accept an elected position on the San Bernardino County School Board. She will serve on the Board until the next general election in November 2024.

“Tonight, was a very emotional night as I had the honor of being a part of the swearing in of Felicia Alexander,” said Dr. Gwen Dowdy- Rodgers, San Bernardino County Superintendent of School Board Trustee Area D. “She is an engaged and compassionate leader that will make a great asset to SBCUSD.”

The room was filled with community members, friends, family, and members of the Divine Nine, all of whom were there to support Alexander as she took her oath. She was sworn in by her husband, San Bernardino City Councilman Damon Alexander, while her predecessor, Gwen Dowdy- Rodgers, held the Bible. The room bustled with cheers of excitement while family and friends quickly gathered for a few posed pictures. Alexander graciously took her place in the center in a sea of members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., as they showed support on a large scale.

“A heartfelt welcome to our newest board member and superintendent,” said community member and San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (retired) Carolyn Tillman. “I am looking forward to achieving what is possible for our students in San Bernardino.”

After all the flowers, hugs, pictures and smiles, Alexander took her place among the other board members, to continue with the agenda for the evening. With a beautiful congratulatory bouquet of red roses placed at her side, Alexander stepped in and did not miss a beat. The community welcomed her with open arms and know she is there the serve the students, parents, teachers, and the district. While others may remember February 7, 2023, as the night Lakers star LeBron James broke the NBA’s all-time scoring record, surpassing Kareem Abdul- Jabbar, our community will remember it as the night Felicia Alexander stepped into a new challenge and made her presence known. She has arrived!

Oak Hills High Claims Back-to-Back Win in San Bernardino County Mock Trial Championship

SAN BERNARDINO, CA—- For the second year in a row, a team from Oak Hills High School won the San Bernardino County Mock Trial championship title and will advance to the state competition in March.

“The outstanding performances by students at this year’s Mock Trial were incredibly exciting to watch,” said County Superintendent Ted Alejandre. “It’s inspiring to see the teams work together to form persuasive arguments, utilize their critical thinking skills and practice the art of public speaking.”

Citrus Valley High School from Redlands Unified School District took second place during this year’s county competition. The team may be able to compete at the state level as a wildcard.

Part of the Oak Hills High School Mock Trial team poses together at the finals competition held at the Rancho Cucamonga Superior Courthouse on Jan.14. Back row, left to right: Rubi Gamez, Sandra Martinez Rivera, Francisco Rodriguera, Danielle Mitchell, Nicholas Markloff. Bottom row, left to right: Robert Long, Sofia Palomares, Abigail Sicairos, Sara Orellana.

Members of the Mock Trial 2022-23 Oak Hills High School Team:

  • Jasmine Alvarez
  • Alejandra De Lira
  • Ryan Douty
  • Rubi Gamez
  • Angel Haro
  • Moniqua Jimenez
  • Shantel Lewis
  • Robert Long
  • Nicholas Markloff
  • Sandra Martinez Rivera
  • Danielle Mitchell
  • Sara Orellana
  • Sofia Palomares
  • Jasmine Persley
  • Francisco Rodriguera
  • Abigail Sicairos
  • Coach Jeni Boulanger
  • Assistant Coach John Boulanger

Members of the Mock Trial 2022-23 Citrus Valley High School Team:

  • Juliana Acuna
  • Eleanor Brinegar
  • Alyssa Camacho
  • Alexandra Carreon
  • Ava Esteves-Jaime
  • Morgan Fierro
  • Maddox Flowers
  • Alyssa Gidley
  • Ariana Gutierrez
  • Vivienne Igbinosun
  • Brianna Ilacas
  • Inara Khankashi
  • Bella Moreno
  • Domnic Pedroza
  • Marsha Rajagukguk
  • Noah Sanchez
  • Rashad Tyler
  • Coach Kathryn Fonken-Stoker
  • Assistant Coach Debbie Muniz

More than 400 students representing 26 teams from 24 high schools competed in this year’s county competition.

Mock Trial simulates a criminal case in which high school students portray various courtroom roles including bailiffs, clerks, artists, journalists, attorneys and witnesses, representing both the prosecution and defense.

Students present their case before a real judge and use constitutional amendments and legal objections.

This event is co-sponsored by the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools and the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s office.

Oak Hills High School will advance to the California Mock Trial Finals scheduled for March 17-19, 2023.

For more news and information, visit the SBCSS Newsroom and follow us @SBCountySchools on FacebookTwitterInstagram and YouTube.

SBCUSD Class of 2022 Earned More Than $11 Million in Scholarships

SBCUSD and Partners Assisting Class of 2023 in Obtaining Scholarships

SAN BERNARDINO, CA— Every year, San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) high schools assist seniors in preparing portfolios that will help them apply for and obtain college scholarships. For most seniors, that task is complete and soon they will begin participating in mock interviews, so they are able to put their best foot forward during the actual scholarship interviews that happen later in the school year.

Additionally, the two non-profit organizations that coordinate and fund scholarships specifically for SBCUSD students—San Bernardino Community Scholarship Association and Making Hope Happen Foundation—have begun coordinating with high school scholarship counselors for the next scholarship application window.

Based on the fact SBCUSD students in the Class of 2022 earned more than $11 million in scholarships and grants, including adult students from Inland Career Education Center (ICEC) and students from the district’s alternative high schools, these efforts appear successful.

Although past performance is no guarantee of future success, the Class of 2022 scholarship earnings demonstrate what a community can do for students and the future when they work together.

Indian Springs High School graduated 342 students in the Class of 2022 who can boast about their combined total of $3,125,000 in scholarships and grants, including more than $360,000 in military scholarships and enlistment bonuses.

Cajon High School’s 583 graduates, which included International Baccalaureate (IB) students, earned $1,950,999 in scholarships and grants, with $440,000 coming from military scholarships and enlistment bonuses. Another SBCUSD IB school, Arroyo Valley High School, proudly graduated 555 students, with 70.6 percent of them earning scholarships and grants totalling $1,459,690.

With 327 graduates in the Class of 2022, San Gorgonio High School secured $2,046,734 in scholarships, including $619,200 in military scholarships and enlistment bonuses.

A full 100 percent of Middle College High School’s 59 graduates earned scholarships totalling $900,000.

Of Pacific High School’s 239 graduates in the Class of 2022, 162 earned $800,278 in scholarships, including military scholarships and enlistment bonuses. And 78 of 232 San Bernardino High School graduates earned $694,412.

SBCUSD’s continuation high schools also boasted scholarship recipients, with 20 San Andreas High School and 19 Sierra High School graduates in the Class of 2022 earning $13,050 and $26,618, respectively.

Seven of ICEC’s 109 adult high school diploma and GED graduates earned a combined $14,819 in scholarships.

“I’m proud to say that the vast majority of the non-military scholarship dollars are the direct result of efforts by our District and our local community,” said Ginger Ontiveros. “Local businesses, charities, and individuals have donated time and money to the Making Hope Happen Foundation and the San Bernardino Community Scholarship Association—two nonprofits geared specifically to support SBCUSD students—just to make sure our students have a chance at success.”

Community Scholarship Association members were responsible for 313 graduates in SBCUSD’s Class of 2022 receiving a total of 364 scholarships totaling $283,447.

“The Scholarship Association awards scholarships only to SBCUSD graduates. Charter school and private school students are not eligible for these scholarships,” said longtime Association member and former SBCUSD high school counselor Blythe Anderson. “Many of our Board members are former District employees or scholarship recipients, so it’s important to us that we support students in our schools.”

For more information or to donate to the Making Hope Happen Foundation, visit https://makinghope.org/. To create your own scholarship or donate to one of the many existing Association-managed scholarships, contact Susan Zavala, Communications/Community Relations Department Secretary I, at susan.zavala@sbcusd.k12.ca.us.

Assemblymembers Jackson and Kalra Call for Broader Definition of “Professional Attire”

By Edward Henderson | California Black Media

Assemblymembers Corey Jackson (D-Riverside) and Ash Kalra (D- San Jose) have introduced a resolution to alter the dress code on the floor of the lower chamber of the State Legislature.

House Resolution 9 (HR9) would make it appropriate for individuals visiting the chamber floor to wear attire considered professional dress based on various cultural standards.

According to Assembly Rule 118.1, “Members of the Legislature, officers or employees of the Legislature, accredited members of the press, or any other persons may be restricted from admission to the Floor of the Assembly if they are inappropriately attired”. As the current rule stands, there is room for discrimination against attire that does not meet Eurocentric standards, proponents of HR 9 say.

Asm. Ash Karla

“Eurocentrism, which refers to a bias on the vantage point of European and Western cultures, has played a role in establishing what is considered “appropriate” fashion, often forcing individuals to adopt various forms of professional attire that conflict with their ethnic or religious backgrounds,” Kalra and Jackson stated in a press release.

“With increased emphasis on anti-racism and inclusion, it is imperative that the Legislature and its members adopt this House Resolution to welcome professional attire of all cultures, ethnicities, and nationalities, so we are able to serve the people in the State of California,” the lawmakers added.

Jackson, who received his doctorate in social work, says he is s aware of the microaggressions that perpetuate racism within professional spaces.

“I’m using HR9 to educate people about how sinister racism is in our society. To make sure that people understand that it’s not just the big things like hate crimes and mass shootings due to race. But, also, it’s the little things we’ve been taught since we are children in America; that is Eurocentric hair, skin tones and dress is superior to anything else.”

In his own form of protest, Jackson rarely abides by the traditional expectations of dress on the chamber floor by not wearing suits and ties. At least once a week, he wears a dashiki.
“I am just sending a message that if California is going to call itself a state that is proud of its diversity — that it is anti-racism, anti-hate, anti-xenophobia, anti-discrimination, we need to start with the State Capitol itself.”

While there hasn’t been a specific incident where an Assemblymember was denied entry to the chamber floor because of their cultural garb, Jackson has received complaints about not wearing a suit and tie.

The spirit behind HR9 has drawn comparisons to the “CROWN Act”.

The CROWN Act (Senate Bill 188) was drafted and sponsored by State Senator Holly Mitchell. It passed unanimously in both chambers of the Legislature and was signed into law on July 3, 2019.

Mitchell is currently a Los Angeles County Supervisor representing the 2nd District.

The act ensures protection against discrimination based on race-based hairstyles by extending statutory protection to hair texture and protective styles such as braids, locs, twists, and knots in the workplace and public schools.

So far, Jackson and Kalra have received support from Democrats and Republicans on the resolution as they have pointed out that their legislation is not calling for a removal of professional attire standards, but for the inclusion of cultural equivalents of professional attire.

The resolution is currently going through the legislative process. If approved by relevant committees, it will move to the chamber floor where it will be heard and voted on by members of the Assembly.