CA AB2324

Requires the Governor's Council for Career Education to assess challenges facing youth caregivers and recommend workplace learning strategies to the California Workforce Pathways Joint Advisory Committee by July 1, 2027

Mandates the CWPJAC appoint an advisory group of subject matter experts by July 1, 2028 to create and establish a Youth Caregivers Career Pathway program for direct support professions

Allows high school students (grades 9-12) who care for family members at home to earn credits toward graduation for providing that care

Defines "youth caregiver" as students in grades 9-12 who provide help or care to persons with ongoing health problems, chronic illness, disabilities, mental illness, or who are elderly or frail

Requires the program to monitor youth caregivers' risk factors including mental health, social development, academic attainment, and physical health, and provide referrals for support services