🎉 We Hit 100 Signatures - Keep the Momentum Going!
Thank you to everyone who has signed in support of stopping AB 495.
Together, we have reached 100 signatures and our voices are getting louder every day.
⚠️ Why This Matters
AB 495 gives unrelated adults the legal ability to make education and medical decisions for your child without parental knowledge, consent, or court oversight, and without background checks or safety screenings. This opens dangerous loopholes that could be exploited by predators, traffickers, or individuals with no real connection to the child.
📢 Media Coverage Supporting Opposition to AB 495
- California Family Council (July 23, 2025)
“Compassion without guardrails is not mercy, it is madness.” - Greg Burt, VP
Warns AB 495 dangerously redefines guardianship and allows non-relative adults to take control with a simple affidavit, no background checks, fingerprinting, inspections, or court hearings.
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- Village News Editorial (Aug 7, 2025)
Highlights growing protests and the planned “No on AB 495” rally on August 19. Emphasizes that parental rights and child safety require legal safeguards.
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- Pastor Jack Hibbs & Rally (Aug 4, 2025)
“If this bill passes… you got to run with your kids.” - Pastor Jack Hibbs
Organizing an August 19 rally at the State Capitol. Erin Friday and Nicole Pearson describe AB 495 as “a child trafficker’s and kidnapper’s dream bill.”
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- Christian Post (July 29, 2025)
Reports AB 495 could make kidnapping easier by redefining caregiver roles and allowing unrelated adults to make school and medical decisions without parental knowledge or court involvement.
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- SDVoice / Political Playback (Aug 2025)
“Presto, someone walks away with your child.” - Erin Friday
Cautions that AB 495 could weaken parental rights and create custody loopholes.
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⚡ URGENT: Critical Window Ahead
The Senate Appropriations Committee hearing was scheduled for August 18, 2025 - we're in the final stretch before this dangerous bill could advance further through the legislative process.
🗓 Important Dates:
Senate Appropriations Committee Hearing: August 18, 2025
No on AB 495 Rally in Sacramento: August 19, 2025
🎯 OUR NEXT STEPS - Double Down on Action
1. Keep the Signatures Coming
We're at 100 - let's reach 500 by the end of the week! Share with:
- Your neighborhood groups
- School parent networks
- Faith communities
- Social media followers
2. Contact Decision Makers NOW
Focus on the Senate Appropriations Committee members:
Steven Bradford (Committee Chair)
Call: (916) 651-4035
Message: "Vote NO on AB 495 - Protect parental rights and child safety"
3. Spread the Word
The media coverage shows our message is breaking through. Keep sharing:
- This petition
- Personal stories about why parental rights matter
- Facts about AB 495's dangerous loopholes
💪 The Fight Continues
100 signatures are just the beginning. With each parent who learns about AB 495's true impact, our movement grows stronger.
California families deserve:
✅ Real safeguards for children
✅ Legal oversight for guardianship decisions
✅ Respect for parental rights
✅ Background checks for adults claiming child authority
Together, we can stop AB 495.
Parents - not strangers - should make decisions for their children.