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CA AB1836

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jesse Gabriel

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Origin

State Assembly

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Makes nonsubstantive (technical) changes to the existing California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program, which provides security funding to nonprofit organizations at high risk of violent attacks or hate crimes
  • The program allows grants up to $500,000 per applicant for security enhancements including security guards, reinforced doors and gates, high-intensity lighting, alarms, and security training
  • Construction or renovation activities for security purposes are limited to $100,000 of grant funds, and up to 5% may be used for grant administration
  • The Director of Emergency Services must consider whether an applicant is more likely to be a target of hate-motivated violence when evaluating applications
  • Program funding is contingent upon appropriation in the annual Budget Act

Legislative Description

California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program.

Last Action

From printer. May be heard in committee March 14.

2/12/2026

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