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California state Sen. Sabrina Cervantes honored transgender high school athlete AB Hernandez after Hernandez won multiple girls state titles at the end of May.

The trans athlete, who competes for Jurupa Valley High School in Riverside County, California, was the subject of a ceremony at the Jurupa City Council Friday where the athlete was recognized for winning first place in the girls high jump and triple jump May 31.

Cervantes was present to give Hernandez two certificates on behalf of the California state senate and delivered a speech recognizing the athlete’s championships.

“We just want to take a moment this evening to recognize AB Hernandez for their grit, their passion and their dedication to this sport,” Cervantes said.

“I am just so

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