CA AB821

Indefinitely extends the authorization for career technical education (CTE) courses to count toward high school graduation requirements, removing the July 1, 2027 sunset date that would have eliminated this option

CTE courses can satisfy the graduation requirement for one course in visual or performing arts, world language, or career technical education

Requires school districts that offer CTE as a graduation option to notify parents, teachers, pupils, and the public about the impact on University of California and California State University admission eligibility

Mandates state reimbursement to local educational agencies if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill imposes state-mandated costs