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CA SB1194
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Anna Caballero
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AI Summary
- States legislative intent to establish the Immigration Legal Fellowship Program within the State Department of Social Services
- Would support placement of qualified legal fellows in rural and underserved regions of California to provide immigration legal services, including removal defense
- Cites that California has the largest immigrant population in the nation, with uneven access to legal representation across the state
- Notes that rural communities face persistent shortages of immigration legal providers due to geographic isolation, limited nonprofit infrastructure, and recruitment challenges
- This is an intent bill only (no appropriation, no fiscal committee) introduced by Senator Caballero on February 19, 2026
Legislative Description
Immigration Legal Fellowship Program.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on RLS.
3/4/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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