Tulare Times

Assemblyman Mathis's bill, AB 2053, aimed at promoting domestic violence resources in schools, has successfully passed the Assembly Education Committee. The bill would ensure that students are provided with information on domestic violence resources and support services when being educated about adolescent relationship abuse and intimate partner violence.

Speaking after the committee's vote, Assemblyman Mathis emphasized the importance of addressing intimate partner violence, stating, "Intimate partner violence is a crisis impacting our country and victims are left suffering with trauma for decades." He highlighted a crucial gap in the California Healthy Youth Act, which currently requires education on adolescent relationship abuse and intimate partner violence but lacks information on available resources for students in need.

Acknowledging the unanimous support from the Education Committee, Assemblyman Mathis expressed gratitude for the recognition of the necessity of AB 2053. The bill will now proceed to the Appropriations Committee for further consideration and potential advancement in the legislative process.