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CA AB2027

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/1/2024

Primary Sponsor

Mike Gipson

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Origin

State Assembly

2023-2024 Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the College Access Tax Credit Fund to support community college transfer students attending partnered nonprofit colleges and universities in California that were designated as "Black-serving" institutions and offer four-year baccalaureate degree programs primarily focused on health sciences education.

  • Limits "postsecondary costs" covered by the fund to undergraduate education costs only for qualifying students.

  • Allows awards up to $5,000 per participating student based on availability of funds and financial need, with priority given to students with greatest unmet financial need who meet Cal Grant B income and asset requirements.

  • Requires participating students to file a statement of intent confirming they will enroll at a partnered institution and return to or remain in California after graduation.

  • Authorizes the California Student Aid Commission to adopt regulations for implementation and administration of the program, with disbursements beginning in the 2024-25 award year.

Legislative Description

Student financial aid: College Access Tax Credit Fund: community college student transfers: partnered Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Last Action

In committee: Held under submission.

5/16/2024

Committee Referrals

Appropriations4/24/2024
Higher Education2/12/2024

Full Bill Text

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