Summary
Existing law establishes the state flag and the state's emblems, including, among other things, the golden poppy as the official state flower, the California redwood as the official state tree, and the California Grizzly Bear as the official state animal.
This bill would establish the California yellow jacket (Vespula sulphurea) as the official state wasp.
Bill text versions
Legislative Journey
- Introduced
- Committee
- Floor
- Passed Chamber 1
- Passed Chamber 2
- Signed
Feb 18, 2026
Introduced. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. To print.
SenateFeb 19, 2026
From printer. May be acted upon on or after March 21.
SenateFeb 26, 2026
Referred to Com. on G.O.
Senate