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CA SB1190
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shannon Grove
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AI Summary
- Requires the California Department of Social Services to license and regulate private youth transportation companies that transport minors to residential treatment programs, therapeutic boarding schools, wilderness programs, and similar facilities
- Mandates criminal background checks for applicants and requires drivers to complete training in first aid, CPR, child abuse reporting duties, behavioral de-escalation techniques, and safe transportation practices
- Prohibits the use of blindfolds, hoods, vision-obstructing devices, and mechanical restraints during transport unless necessary to prevent imminent serious physical harm, and bans picking up minors between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
- Requires written parental consent before transport, documentation of incidents including injuries and restraint use, and written policies addressing food, water, restroom access, and overnight lodging
- Exempts county child welfare agencies, licensed daycare facilities, emergency ambulance providers, law enforcement, and parents or family members from the licensure requirement
Legislative Description
Safe Passage for Youth Act.
Last Action
Set for hearing May 4.
4/24/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations4/22/2026
Public Safety4/20/2026
Human Services4/8/2026
Rules2/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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