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CA SB940

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/29/2018

Primary Sponsor

Jim Beall

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Origin

Senate

2017-2018 Session

AI Summary

  • Provides alternative application deadlines for current or former foster youth under age 26: March 2 of the academic year prior to funding for four-year institutions, or September 2 of the academic year for which funds would be applied for community colleges.

  • Extends Cal Grant B renewal eligibility from 4 years to 8 years of full-time undergraduate attendance for current or former foster youth, provided minimum financial need continues to exist.

  • Defines "current or former foster youth" as a person whose dependency was established or continued by the court on or after reaching 13 years of age.

  • Removes separate Cal Grant A entitlement program provisions and consolidates Cal Grant award structure.

Legislative Description

Student financial aid: Cal Grant Program: foster youth.

Last Action

June 26 set for first hearing canceled at the request of author.

6/26/2018

Committee Referrals

Higher Education6/4/2018
Appropriations3/20/2018
Education2/8/2018
Rules1/29/2018

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