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CA AB2500
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Celeste Rodriguez
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AI Summary
- Expands the definition of "immigration benefits" under California's immigration legal services grant program to include assistance with immigration bonds
- Amends Section 13303 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, which authorizes the State Department of Social Services to fund qualified nonprofit organizations providing immigration-related legal services
- Immigration bonds help detained individuals secure release from immigration custody while their cases proceed
- The existing grant program already covers services for DACA applications, naturalization, U-visas, T-visas, asylum, employment authorization, and Permanent Resident Card renewal
- Introduced by Assembly Member Celeste Rodriguez on February 20, 2026; requires majority vote and fiscal committee review
Legislative Description
Immigration services: immigration bonds.
Last Action
From printer. May be heard in committee March 23.
2/21/2026
Full Bill Text
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