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CA AB2374
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Fong
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AI Summary
- Establishes a state designation program to recognize California colleges and universities that excel at serving Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander (AANAPISI) students
- Creates an 8-member governing board including the Lieutenant Governor, legislative appointees, and representatives from UC, CSU, community colleges, and independent institutions to approve designations by two-thirds vote
- Requires applicants to submit academic goals, equity goals, strategic plans, and graduation/retention data demonstrating commitment to AANAPISI student success
- Initial and renewal designations are valid for 5 years, with institutions required to show progress on goals and strategic plan implementation for renewal
- Mandates creation of an unspecified managing entity to develop application processes, accept applications twice yearly, and present them to the governing board for approval
Legislative Description
Postsecondary education: Designation of California Asian American- and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on HIGHER ED.
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Higher Education3/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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