California Senate adopts resolution recognizing June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Jun 22, 2026

The State Senate unanimously adopted SR 116 to recognize June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month after floor debate that highlighted the Stonewall uprising, community organizing, and current threats to LGBTQ+ rights; the resolution passed on a recorded roll call (Ayes 28, No 0).

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The California State Senate on the floor adopted Senate Resolution 116, designating June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month and honoring community leaders and ballroom culture for their contributions. The measure was introduced by Sen. María Elena Cervantes and passed on a recorded roll call with 28 ayes and no recorded no votes.

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