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CA SB1188
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bob Archuleta
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AI Summary
- Expands authority to establish Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) programs from school districts only to include charter schools and county offices of education
- Requires local educational agencies with JROTC programs to provide equal access to homeschooled students, private school students, independent study students, and students from other public schools who reside in the attendance area
- Equal access means providing the same JROTC opportunities to non-enrolled students as those enrolled in the school offering the program, provided they meet all eligibility requirements except enrollment
- Mandates the California Department of Education to post JROTC program information on its website and distribute implementation guidance to local educational agencies annually
- Maintains existing provision that no student shall be required to enroll in military science and tactics courses
Legislative Description
Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps: home instruction, independent study, and private schools.
Last Action
March 25 set for first hearing canceled at the request of author.
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Education3/4/2026
Rules2/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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