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This chapter is named the Public Education Facilities Bond Act of 1996 and may be cited by that name. This section lets California education entities and teacher-training institutions make agreements or contracts to exchange or assign personnel, with assignments limited to one year. A specified $2,012,035,000 of bond proceeds must be deposited into the State School Building Lease-Purchase Fund. Money in the State School Building Lease-Purchase Fund must be used to provide aid and reimburse specified education and bond-expense funds. An agreement under Section 10000 must allow certain California State University and district teaching employees to take on each other’s duties.

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  1. 66010.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Comprehensive Mission Statement [66010.1 - 66010.7] ( Heading of Article 2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 4. )

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    Public higher education segments must include responsibility to the public interest in their mission, and independent segments are encouraged to do the same.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Comprehensive Mission Statement [66010.1 - 66010.7] ( Heading of Article 2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 4. ) ## 66010.5. The mission of the public segments of higher education shall also include a broad responsibility to the public interest, and independent segments of higher education are encouraged to assume a broad responsibility to the public interest. As part of this responsibility, the public and independent segments are encouraged to support programs of public service and to involve faculty and students in these programs. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 4.4.)
  2. 66010.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Comprehensive Mission Statement [66010.1 - 66010.7] ( Heading of Article 2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 4. )

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    This section describes the missions and responsibilities of three California higher-education agencies.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Comprehensive Mission Statement [66010.1 - 66010.7] ( Heading of Article 2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 4. ) ## 66010.6. The missions of agencies charged with coordination, administration, or implementation of higher education policies and programs in California shall be as follows: (a) The California Postsecondary Education Commission is the statewide postsecondary education coordinating and planning agency. The commission shall serve as a principal fiscal and program advisor to the Governor and the Legislature on postsecondary educational policy. Consistent with Section 66903, the commission’s responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) Analysis and recommendations related to long-range planning for public postsecondary education. (2) Analysis of state policy and programs involving the independent and private postsecondary educational sectors. (3) Analysis and recommendations related to program and policy review. (4) Resource analysis. (5) Maintenance and publication of pertinent public information relating to all aspects of postsecondary education. The commission shall consult with the postsecondary educational segments and with relevant state agencies, including the Student Aid Commission, the Superintendent of Public Instruction, and other relevant parties, in its preparation of analyses and recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature. However, the commission shall remain an independent and nonpartisan body responsible for providing an integrated and segmentally unbiased view for purposes of state policy formulation and evaluation. (b) The California Student Aid Commission is the primary state agency for the administration of state-authorized student financial aid programs available to students attending all segments of postsecondary education. These programs include grant, work study, and loan programs supported by the state and the federal government. Consistent with this responsibility, the Commission shall provide, in consultation with the postsecondary education segments and relevant state agencies, policy leadership on student financial aid issues, evaluate the effectiveness of its programs, conduct research and long-range planning as a foundation for program improvement, report on total state financial aid needs, and disseminate information to students and their families. (c) The Council for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education is the primary state agency responsible for approving and regulating private postsecondary and vocational educational institutions and for developing state policies for private postsecondary and vocational education in California. The council shall represent the private postsecondary and vocational education institutions in all state level planning and policy discussions about postsecondary and vocational education. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1587, Sec. 3.)
  3. 66010.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Comprehensive Mission Statement [66010.1 - 66010.7] ( Heading of Article 2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 4. )

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    Higher education institutions must collaborate and coordinate with each other in specified situations, and named education leaders and the Postsecondary Education Commission have related cooperation and reporting duties.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Comprehensive Mission Statement [66010.1 - 66010.7] ( Heading of Article 2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 4. ) ## 66010.7. (a) The Legislature, through the enactment of this section, expresses its commitment to encourage and support collaboration and coordination among all segments of education. (b) Within the differentiation of segmental functions outlined in this article, the institutions of higher education shall undertake intersegmental collaboration and coordination particularly when it can do any of the following: (1) Enhance the achievement of the institutional missions shared by the segments. (2) Provide more effective planning of postsecondary education on a statewide basis. (3) Facilitate achievement of the goals of educational equity. (4) Enable public and independent higher education to meet more effectively the educational needs of a geographic region. (5) Facilitate student progress from one segment to another, particularly with regard to preparation of students for higher education as well as the transfer from the California Community Colleges to four-year institutions. (c) The leaders responsible for public and independent institutions of higher education and the Superintendent of Public Instruction shall work together to promote and facilitate the development of intersegmental programs and other cooperative efforts aimed at improving the progress of students through the educational systems and at strengthening the teaching profession at all levels. (d) The California Postsecondary Education Commission shall have responsibility for reviewing and evaluating the effectiveness of intersegmental activities in accomplishing the established goals, and shall report its findings to the Governor and Legislature biennially. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 4.5.)
  4. 66010.9.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. State Goals For California’s Postsecondary Education System [66010.9 - 66010.95] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. )

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    This section states legislative findings about California’s postsecondary education system and its future goals.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. State Goals For California’s Postsecondary Education System [66010.9 - 66010.95] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. ) ## 66010.9. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (a) Since the enactment of the Master Plan for Higher Education in 1960, California’s system of postsecondary education has provided access and high-quality educational opportunities that have fueled California’s economic growth and promoted social mobility. (b) In today’s global information economy, California’s national and international success as an educational and economic leader will require strategic investments in, and improved management of, state educational resources. (c) Several factors, including changing demographics, rising costs, increased competition for scarce state funding, and employer concerns about graduates’ skills, present new challenges to higher education and state policymakers in effectively meeting the postsecondary education needs of Californians. (d) Although the public segments of postsecondary education have each undertaken efforts to improve reporting and transparency, these efforts do not combine to indicate whether the postsecondary system as a whole is on track to meet the state’s needs. (e) The absence of a common vision and common goals for California’s postsecondary education system hinders the state’s ability to effectively make critical fiscal and policy decisions. (f) Policy and educational leaders should collectively hold themselves accountable for meeting the state’s civic and workforce needs, for ensuring the efficient and responsible management of public resources, and for ensuring that California residents have the opportunity to successfully pursue and achieve their postsecondary educational goals. (Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. (SB 195) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  5. 66010.91.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. State Goals For California’s Postsecondary Education System [66010.9 - 66010.95] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. )

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    This section states California’s postsecondary education goals: improve student access and success, better align credentials with economic/workforce/civic needs, and use resources effectively while maintaining affordability.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. State Goals For California’s Postsecondary Education System [66010.9 - 66010.95] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. ) ## 66010.91. In order to promote the state’s competitive economic position and quality of civic life, it is necessary to increase the level of educational attainment of California’s adult population to meet the state’s civic and workforce needs. To achieve that objective, it is the intent of the Legislature that budget and policy decisions regarding postsecondary education generally adhere to all of the following goals: (a) Improve student access and success, which shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, all of the following goals: greater participation by demographic groups, including low-income students, that have historically participated at lower rates, greater completion rates by all students, and improved outcomes for graduates. (b) Better align degrees and credentials with the state’s economic, workforce, and civic needs. (c) Ensure the effective and efficient use of resources in order to increase high-quality postsecondary educational outcomes and maintain affordability. (Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. (SB 195) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  6. 66010.93.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. State Goals For California’s Postsecondary Education System [66010.9 - 66010.95] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. )

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    The Legislature states its intent to adopt metrics to monitor progress toward postsecondary education goals and to use those metrics in budgeting and policy decisions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. State Goals For California’s Postsecondary Education System [66010.9 - 66010.95] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. ) ## 66010.93. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that appropriate metrics be identified, defined, and formally adopted for the purpose of monitoring progress toward the achievement of the goals specified in Section 66010.91. It is further the intent of the Legislature that all of the following occur: (1) The metrics take into account the distinct missions of the different segments of postsecondary education. (2) At least six, and no more than 12, metrics be developed that can be derived from publicly available data sources for purposes of periodically assessing the state’s progress toward meeting each of the goals specified in Section 66010.91. (3) The metrics be disaggregated and reported by gender, race or ethnicity, income, age group, and full-time or part-time enrollment status, where appropriate and applicable. (4) The metrics be used for purposes of the requirements of subdivision (a) of Section 69433.2. (5) The metrics take into account the performance measures required to be reported pursuant to Sections 89295 and 92675. (b) It is the intent of the Legislature to promote progress on the statewide educational and economic policy goals specified in Section 66010.91 through budget and policy decisions regarding postsecondary education. It is the intent of the Legislature that the metrics be used to ensure the effective and efficient use of state resources available to postsecondary education. It is further the intent of the Legislature that progress on the adopted metrics be reported and considered as part of the annual State Budget process. (Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. (SB 195) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  7. 66010.95.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. State Goals For California’s Postsecondary Education System [66010.9 - 66010.95] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. )

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    This section defines “segments of postsecondary education” for this chapter.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. State Goals For California’s Postsecondary Education System [66010.9 - 66010.95] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. ) ## 66010.95. For the purposes of this chapter, “segments of postsecondary education” means the California Community Colleges, the California State University, the University of California, independent institutions of higher education, as defined in Section 66010, and private postsecondary educational institutions, as defined in Section 94858. (Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 367, Sec. 1. (SB 195) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  8. 66010.96.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.6. Awards for Innovation in Higher Education Program [66010.96 - 66010.97] ( Article 2.6 added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 24, Sec. 14. )

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    This section establishes the Awards for Innovation in Higher Education Program and sets up a committee to award program funds and manage administration.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.6. Awards for Innovation in Higher Education Program [66010.96 - 66010.97] ( Article 2.6 added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 24, Sec. 14. ) ## 66010.96. (a) This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the Awards for Innovation in Higher Education Program. (b) The Awards for Innovation in Higher Education Program is hereby established to award funds appropriated for the program. (c) The Committee on Awards for Innovation in Higher Education shall award funds appropriated for the program. (d) The committee shall consist of the following members: (1) The Director of Finance, or his or her designee, who shall serve as the chairperson of the committee. (2) Four members appointed by the Governor. (3) One member appointed by the Speaker of the Assembly. (4) One member appointed by the Senate Committee on Rules. (e) The Department of Finance shall serve as staff to the committee. (f) Members of the committee shall serve without compensation, but the committee may reimburse members for necessary expenses incurred in the discharge of their duties. (g) Actions taken to implement the provisions of this section by the Department of Finance, or the committee, shall not be subject to provisions of Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (h) Any contract executed to implement the provisions of this section shall not be subject to the provisions of Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 10100) of Part 2 of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code, or Article 6 (commencing with Section 999) of Chapter 6 of Division 4 of the Military and Veterans Code. (i) For purposes of Section 1090 of the Government Code, members of the committee shall not be deemed to be interested in any contract, including any award of funds by the committee, pursuant to this section. (j) The committee shall develop administrative guidelines and other requirements for purposes of administering the program. (Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 24, Sec. 14. (AB 1602) Effective June 27, 2016.)
  9. 66010.97.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.6. Awards for Innovation in Higher Education Program [66010.96 - 66010.97] ( Article 2.6 added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 24, Sec. 14. )

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    The committee must use the appropriated funds to make awards under this section, and it may award only to a community college.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.6. Awards for Innovation in Higher Education Program [66010.96 - 66010.97] ( Article 2.6 added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 24, Sec. 14. ) ## 66010.97. (a) The Committee on Awards for Innovation in Higher Education shall use funds appropriated in Item 6910-102-0001 of Section 2.00 of the Budget Act of 2016 to make awards pursuant to this section. (b) Moneys shall be awarded for innovations that reduce the time it takes students to complete degrees and credentials or reduce the total cost of attendance for students, or both, through any of the following: (1) Redesign of curriculum and instruction, such as implementation of three-year degrees. (2) Programs that allow students to make progress toward completion of degrees and credentials based on demonstration of knowledge and competencies, including military training, prior learning, and prior experiences. (3) Programs that make financial aid more accessible, including by increasing the number of students who apply for financial aid, or that reduce the costs of books and supplies. (c) The committee shall make an award only to a community college, but the award may be for innovations that encourage or require partnership between the community college and other entities. (d) The committee shall give preference, when making awards, to innovations that do at least one of the following: (1) Improve the outcomes described in subdivision (b) for students from groups that are underrepresented in higher education, such as low-income students, underrepresented minority students, first-generation students, students who are current or former foster youth, students with disabilities, and students who are veterans. (2) Use technology in ways that are not common in higher education to improve the outcomes described in subdivision (b). (Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 24, Sec. 14. (AB 1602) Effective June 27, 2016.)
  10. 66010.98.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. Chancellor’s Higher Education Innovation Awards Program [66010.98 - 66010.99] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 23, Sec. 2. )

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    This section establishes the Chancellor’s Higher Education Innovation Awards Program and authorizes awards from appropriated funds.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. Chancellor’s Higher Education Innovation Awards Program [66010.98 - 66010.99] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 23, Sec. 2. ) ## 66010.98. (a) This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the Chancellor’s Higher Education Innovation Awards Program. (b) The Chancellor’s Higher Education Innovation Awards Program is hereby established to award funds appropriated for purposes of this article. (c) The Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges shall make awards from the funds appropriated for purposes of this article, and the Chancellor’s Office of the California Community Colleges shall develop administrative guidelines and other requirements for administration of the program. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 23, Sec. 2. (SB 85) Effective June 27, 2017.)
  11. 66010.99.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. Chancellor’s Higher Education Innovation Awards Program [66010.98 - 66010.99] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 23, Sec. 2. )

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    The Board of Governors must award these funds to community colleges for innovations that improve student success and can be scaled statewide. The Chancellor’s Office must report on the funded activities and outcomes by the stated deadlines.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. Chancellor’s Higher Education Innovation Awards Program [66010.98 - 66010.99] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 23, Sec. 2. ) ## 66010.99. (a) The funds appropriated to the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges in Schedule 23 of Item 6870-101-0001 of Section 2.00 of the Budget Act of 2017 are for allocation by the board of governors to make awards to community colleges pursuant to this article. (b) The board of governors shall award moneys pursuant to this article for innovations that improve student success, and that are sustainable and capable of being scaled across the state, with a particular focus on all of the following: (1) Programs and frameworks that support students from groups that are underrepresented in higher education, such as low-income students, students from underrepresented schools and neighborhoods, first-generation students, students who are current or former foster youth, and students with disabilities. (2) Targeted services and programs for students who are current or former members of the Armed Forces of the United States. For the purposes of this section, “Armed Forces of the United States” means the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force, and the reserve components of each of those forces, the National Guard of any state, the California State Guard, and the California Naval Militia. (3) Programs and frameworks that support adults who have been displaced from the workforce, and adults who are underemployed, so as to obtain the necessary training for gainful employment. (4) Programs that support incarcerated adults in prisons and jails, including formerly incarcerated adults. (5) Programs that incorporate technology to improve instruction and support services with a plan to ensure student success in these types of programs. (c) The board of governors shall make an award pursuant to this article only to a community college, but the award may be for innovations that encourage or require partnership between the community college and other entities. (d) (1) By January 1, 2020, the Chancellor’s Office shall report to the Director of Finance and the Legislature a summary of the activities supported by the moneys awarded. (2) By January 1, 2022, the Chancellor’s Office shall report to the Director of Finance and the Legislature a summary of the outcomes for the student populations identified by the community colleges in their applications for an award, including, but not limited to, the number of degrees and certificates awarded and the time it took students to complete their program. (3) A report to be submitted pursuant to this subdivision shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 379, Sec. 4. (AB 1715) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  12. 66011.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislature states a policy that qualified resident applicants to California public higher education should be admitted to a community college district, California State University, or the University of California.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66011. (a) It is hereby declared to be the policy of the Legislature that all resident applicants to California institutions of public higher education, who are determined to be qualified by law or by admission standards established by the respective governing boards, should be admitted to either (1) a district of the California Community Colleges, in accordance with Section 76000, (2) the California State University, or (3) the University of California. (b) As used in this part, “governing boards” means the local boards of trustees and the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges, the Trustees of the California State University, and the Regents of the University of California. (Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1372, Sec. 209.)
  13. 66012.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislature states that California’s fixed master plan for public postsecondary education should be replaced by continuous planning.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66012. It is hereby declared to be the intent of the Legislature that the fixed master plan approach in the development of public postsecondary education be replaced by a continuous planning process which includes: (a) A legislative study of California postsecondary education at 10-year intervals to reevaluate the planning process and provide guidelines regarding goals, societal needs and general missions of public higher education and its components. (b) Continuous planning by a state commission including a five-year plan which is to be updated annually. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  14. 66013.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Each segment of public higher education must strive for excellence in its assigned sphere.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66013. Each segment of public higher education shall strive for excellence in its sphere, as assigned in this part. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  15. 66014.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    This part overrides any other law that conflicts with it.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66014. The provisions of this part shall supersede the provisions of any other law which conflict with the provisions of this part. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  16. 66014.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California State University campuses must post specified cost-of-attendance and housing cost information on their websites by February 1 each year, and they must use reliable sources when reporting housing market costs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66014.2. (a) In order to help prospective students and their families more accurately calculate the cost of attendance, each campus of the California State University shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, post all of the following on its internet website, on or before February 1, 2020, and on or before February 1 each year thereafter: (1) (A) Information about the market cost of one- and two-bedroom apartments and of one-person bedrooms in private houses in the areas surrounding that campus where its students commonly reside. (B) In reporting this information, the campus shall exercise due diligence, and shall consult bona fide and reliable sources of current information about local housing market costs, including, but not necessarily limited to, information received from students of that campus, local newspapers and bulletin boards, and internet websites on which notices regarding local rental vacancies are posted. The information posted pursuant to this section shall be posted in the same location on the campus internet website where the housing cost estimates for off-campus students are posted. (2) Separate estimates of other cost-of-living categories, on the same internet web page, including, but not limited to, all of the following: (A) The estimated cost of living at home or in a permanent residence, such as with a parent. (B) The estimated cost of food. (C) The estimated cost of transportation. (D) The estimated cost of books and supplies. (E) The estimated cost of miscellaneous expenses. (F) The estimated cost of tuition. (G) The estimated cost of mandatory student fees. (H) A description of the data sources and methods used to calculate its estimates for each cost of living category. (3) A statement emphasizing both of the following: (A) All cost estimates reflect estimated costs for a typical student, but actual costs can vary considerably for individual students. (B) The university strongly encourages prospective students and their families to consider how their own costs might differ from those given in the estimates, including by seeking out cost of attendance estimates from other sources and by considering whether they will face other costs that are not listed in the estimate categories or how their veteran status might affect costs. (b) Each campus of the California State University shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, post the information described in subdivision (a) on the same internet web pages where it is required to post cost estimates of institutional housing and meal plans pursuant to Section 69503.6. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 370, Sec. 91. (SB 1371) Effective January 1, 2021.)
  17. 66014.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California State University must publicly provide labor market outcome information about undergraduate graduates, and both CSU and UC may do so for graduate programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66014.3. (a) The California State University shall, and the University of California is requested to, publicly provide labor market outcome information relating to the graduates of their undergraduate programs. The California State University and the University of California may publicly provide labor market outcome information relating to the graduates of their graduate programs. This information shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, salary data, and the percentage distribution of graduates, classified by industry. (b) The information required by this section shall be provided using data including, but not necessarily limited to, information provided by the Employment Development Department pursuant to Section 1095 of the Unemployment Insurance Code and the segments’ own databases. The information shall be presented in accordance with all of the following requirements: (1) The data shall be presented in terms of easily understood labor market measures, such as median annual wage. (2) The data shall be aggregated to the systemwide level and by particular areas of study. (3) Labor market outcome data for each category shall, at a minimum, provide data relating to graduates one or two years, and five years, after their graduation. The Legislature encourages the California State University and the University of California to additionally provide labor market outcome data for periods longer than five years after graduation. (4) In the collection and publication of data pursuant to this section, the segments shall adhere to all pertinent state and federal privacy laws. (c) The information required by this section shall be made publicly available through publication on the Internet Web sites of the respective segments, and shall be updated no later than June 1 of each year. (Added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 394, Sec. 2. (SB 1022) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  18. 66014.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    CSU must send certain student contact information to the Department of Veterans Affairs when GI Bill benefits are involved and the student has given informed written consent; CSU’s Chancellor’s office must also post a consent template by June 1, 2023.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66014.4. (a) For purposes of this section, “GI Bill educational benefits” means any educational benefit administered by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs pursuant to Title 38 of the United States Code that is designed to help eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States or other eligible persons with a relationship to a veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States to cover the costs associated with enrollment as a student. (b) Commencing with the 2023–24 academic year, and annually thereafter for each academic year, the California State University shall, and the University of California is requested to, electronically transmit to the Department of Veterans Affairs, all of the following personal information regarding each student whose tuition or fees, or both, are paid, or intended to be paid, using GI Bill educational benefits, if the student has provided informed, written consent to the disclosure pursuant to subdivision (d): (1) True, full name. (2) Email address. (3) Mailing address. (4) Mobile telephone number. (c) For purposes of subdivision (b), both of the following apply: (1) The first data transfer shall include all students using or intending to use GI Bill educational benefits for the 2023–24 academic year. (2) Each annual data transfer after the first data transfer shall include only new students not identified in the prior data transfer who are using or intending to use GI Bill educational benefits for the academic year. (d) (1) On or before June 1, 2023, the office of the Chancellor of the California State University shall, and the office of the President of the University of California is requested to, develop and post on its internet website a template for informed, written consent to be used by campus financial aid offices that permits a student, when applying for financial aid, to opt in to having the student’s personal information shared with the Department of Veterans Affairs pursuant to this section. (2) The informed, written consent shall be developed and administered in compliance with federal and state laws relating to individual privacy, including the requirements of the federal Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-280, as amended) and applicable regulations, as these provisions may from time to time be amended. (e) Information obtained by the Department of Veterans Affairs pursuant to this section shall be used only for purposes in furtherance of providing benefits and support services for veterans and shall not be used or disclosed for any other purposes. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 174, Sec. 1. (AB 1633) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  19. 66014.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislature states that independent, regionally accredited postsecondary education has a role in California, and that statewide planning and review should consider those institutions’ contributions. It also declares a need for students to have academic and economic freedom of choice, supported by financial assistance for students with financial need.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66014.5. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature to recognize the role of independent, regionally accredited postsecondary education in California postsecondary education. Statewide planning, policy coordination, and review of postsecondary education shall include attention to the contributions of the independent institutions in meeting the state’s goals of access, quality, educational equity, economic development, and student aid. (b) The Legislature hereby finds and declares that there is a need of providing students with economic and academic freedom of choice in selecting a college or university they wish to attend. The Legislature further finds that an important means of meeting this need is through offering financial assistance to students who wish to attend public or independent colleges and universities and who have demonstrated financial need. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 6.)
  20. 66014.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain California university offices must require campuses with student housing to post specific housing data on their websites twice each academic year, and must send annual reports to the Legislature.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66014.6. (a) The office of the Chancellor of the California State University and the office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall, and the office of the President of the University of California is requested to, require each campus that provides campus-owned, campus-operated, or campus-affiliated student housing to post on its external and internal internet websites, at least twice each academic year, all of the following information: (1) The number of enrolled students, and how many of those students are veterans. (2) Existing campus housing stock, including, but not limited to, the number of available beds on campus. (3) (A) The number of students on the campus housing waiting list, and how many of those students are veterans. (B) The number of students that have removed themselves from the waiting list since the last report, and how many of those students are veterans. (4) If available, the number of students who request campus-owned, campus-operated, or campus-affiliated student housing, and how many of those students are veterans. (5) If available, the number of incoming freshmen, transfer students, and international students requiring campus-owned, campus-operated, or campus-affiliated student housing, and how many of those students are veterans. (b) Data collected pursuant to subdivision (a) shall be collected by the department or center on campus that is tasked with providing on-campus and off-campus housing assistance to students. (c) (1) The office of the Chancellor of the California State University and the office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall, and the office of the President of the University of California is requested to, submit an annual report with the information described in subdivision (a) to the Legislature, with the first report being due on or before October 15, 2023. (2) The office of the Chancellor of the California State University and the office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall, and the office of the President of the University of California is requested to, submit one report that compiles all of the campus data collected pursuant to subdivision (a). (3) A report to be submitted pursuant to this subdivision shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (d) For purposes of this section, “veteran” has the same meaning as that term is defined in Section 980 of the Military and Veterans Code. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 921, Sec. 1. (AB 2567) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  21. 66014.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    This section creates the South County Higher Education Planning Task Force and requires it to study and report on a possible mixed-use intersegmental educational facility in Chula Vista.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66014.7. (a) The South County Higher Education Planning Task Force is hereby established for purposes of evaluating the feasibility of establishing a mixed-use intersegmental educational facility in the City of Chula Vista. (b) (1) The task force shall be composed of the following members: (A) At least one representative from San Diego State University appointed by the Chancellor of the California State University. (B) At least one representative from Southwestern College appointed by the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges. (C) At least one representative from the University of California, San Diego, appointed by the President of the University of California. (D) At least one representative from the City of Chula Vista. (E) At least one representative from the Sweetwater Union High School District. (F) At least one public member appointed by the City of Chula Vista. (G) At least one representative appointed by the Speaker of the Assembly. (H) At least one representative appointed by the President pro Tempore of the Senate. (2) All task force members shall be South County residents or individuals who work or have a vested interest in the area. (3) The chair of the task force shall be voted on by a majority of the members. (c) The task force established pursuant to subdivision (a) shall do at least all of the following: (1) Identify and recommend potential governance structures for the mixed-use intersegmental educational facility, including, but not limited to, consortia and other collaborative models. (2) Identify and analyze potential site locations and infrastructure requirements. (3) Identify and recommend potential funding mechanisms, resources, and partnerships for the mixed-use intersegmental educational facility. (4) Identify any statutory barriers to the recommendations developed pursuant to paragraphs (1) to (3), inclusive, and recommend any statutory changes necessary for establishing the mixed-use intersegmental educational facility. (5) Conduct public engagement activities for purposes of gathering regional input. (6) Convene its first meeting on or before July 1, 2026. (d) (1) Notwithstanding Section 10231.5 of the Government Code, the task force established pursuant to subdivision (a) shall submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the appropriate policy and fiscal committees of the Legislature on or before July 1, 2027. (2) The report submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (e) (1) For purposes of this section, the task force may request and receive, but not require, information from the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges and the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges, the State Department of Education, any community college district, any local educational agency, the office of the Chancellor of the California State University, the office of the President of the University of California, or any organization representing independent institutions of higher education. (2) For purposes of paragraph (1), “local educational agency” means a school district, county office of education, or charter school. (f) The task force established pursuant to this section shall be subject to the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act (Article 9 (commencing with Section 11120) of Chapter 1 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code). (g) Pursuant to Section 10231.5 of the Government Code, this section is repealed on January 1, 2031. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 700, Sec. 2. (AB 662) Effective January 1, 2026. Repealed as of January 1, 2031, by its own provisions.)
  22. 66014.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain postsecondary campuses must publish final institutional accreditation documents on their website for public access.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66014.8. (a) For purposes of this section, the following terms have the following meanings: (1) “Institutional accreditation documents” means the institution’s institutional accreditation visiting team reports and the institutional accreditation agency action letters following an accreditation agency’s action relating to an initial accreditation, reaffirmation, comprehensive review, special visit, or any sanction or adverse action taken against an affiliated institution. (2) “Segment of postsecondary education” means the California Community Colleges, the California State University, the University of California, the independent institutions of higher education, as defined in Section 66010, or the private postsecondary educational institutions, as defined in Section 94858. (b) All campuses or other units of any segment of postsecondary education that receive public funding through state or federal financial aid programs, are institutionally accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education, and offer education and training programs to California students shall make final institutional accreditation documents available to the public, once those documents have been made final through an action of the accrediting agency, via display in a prominent location on the institution’s Internet Web site, with a link to these documents on the institutional Internet Web site homepage. (c) A campus or other unit of any segment of postsecondary education whose documents are not currently available to the public shall make all institutional accreditation documents finalized by the accrediting agency based on reviews that take place after July 1, 2015, available to the public pursuant to subdivision (b). (Added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 388, Sec. 1. (AB 2247) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  23. 66015.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Governor, Legislature, and the Trustees of the California State University state an intent to prioritize reducing impacted and overcrowded classes and to ensure needy students receive enough financial aid to cover fee increases.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66015. It is the intent of the Governor and the Legislature, in cooperation with the Trustees of the California State University, to do both of the following: (a) Place a major priority on resolving the serious problem of impacted and overcrowded classes, not only with respect to the California State University, but throughout public postsecondary education. (b) Ensure that needy students receive financial aid sufficient to cover the cost of fee increases for each academic year. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 745, Sec. 31. Effective October 12, 2001.)
  24. 66015.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislature states findings about improving undergraduate education at the University of California, including stronger teaching support, more emphasis on teaching, and changes in faculty workload.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66015.1. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (a) The 1986 Report on Lower Division Education at the University of California stated that “lower division (education) is something of a neglected child...” and suggested steps for improving the quality of teaching and academic support services. (b) In 1991, the “Universitywide Task Force on Faculty Rewards Report” resulted in the adoption of policies to provide a greater emphasis on teaching. Policy revisions included broadening the range of evidence used in evaluation of teaching, peer review of teaching, and promotion policies that recognize great distinction in teaching as well as scholarship. (c) In 1992, the University of California issued a number of “Presidential Initiatives to Protect and Improve Undergraduate Education.” (d) The Legislature, in the Supplemental Report of the 1992 Budget Act, declared its intent that University of California faculty alter the distribution of their workload by: (1) Increasing the number of courses and sections offered that are required for normal progress toward a baccalaureate degree. (2) Increasing the number of freshman and sophomore seminars. (3) Increasing opportunities for undergraduate research. (4) Reducing the size of classes when desirable. These measures were expected to result in an increase in the average teaching load of one additional course every one to three years. (e) The report entitled “Initiatives to Improve Undergraduate Education,” prepared by the University of California in response to the 1992 Budget Act, is a commendable effort. (Added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 776, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1994.)
  25. 66015.10.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The University of California is requested to annually notify each high school governing board about certain graduate enrollment and writing-requirement numbers, and to provide an annual summary of that information to the Department of Finance and the Joint Legislative Budget Committee.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66015.10. (a) The University of California is requested to annually notify the governing board of each high school of both of the following: (1) The number of graduates who enrolled in the university in the previous year and the number of graduates who were required to take the entry level writing requirement. (2) The comparable numbers of all California high school graduates who enrolled in the university. (b) The University of California is requested to provide an annual summary of the information specified in subdivision (a) to the Department of Finance and the Joint Legislative Budget Committee. (Added by Stats. 2009, Ch. 386, Sec. 3. (AB 1182) Effective January 1, 2010.)
  26. 66015.12.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    CSU must annually submit a campus-by-campus report to the Legislature by April 1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66015.12. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that the California State University (CSU) assess and report the general education written communication and mathematics and quantitative reasoning placement levels of all first-time freshmen. On or before April 1 of each year, the CSU shall submit to the Legislature a report by each campus in the system that includes all of the following information: (1) The total number of regularly admitted and specially admitted first-time freshmen. (2) The number and proportion of regularly admitted and specially admitted first-time freshmen who fall into each of the university’s four levels of placement for general education written communication and mathematics and quantitative reasoning. For purposes of this paragraph, the university shall disaggregate this number into the following two general education categories: (A) Written communication. (B) Mathematics and quantitative reasoning. (3) The number and proportion of regularly admitted and specially admitted first-time freshmen in each level who meet the general education requirement for each category identified in paragraph (2) as follows: (A) Before the fall term of the academic year. (B) At the end of the fall term of the academic year. (C) At the end of the spring term of the academic year. (D) At the end of the fall term of the second academic year. (4) (A) An analysis of the university’s three factors that go into the multiple measures assessment of placement of freshmen into a specified level, and how predictive each of those factors is for student success indicators. (B) For purposes of this section: (i) The university’s three factors that go into the multiple measures assessment of the placement of freshmen are: (I) course taking, (II) grade point average, and (III) test taking. (ii) “Student success indicators” are all of the following: (I) persistence into the fall term of the second academic year at the CSU, (II) the number of units completed at the CSU in the first academic year, and (III) grade point average at the CSU in the first academic year. (5) An analysis of any equity gaps by income, race, or ethnicity within and across the university’s four levels of placement for general education written communication and mathematics and quantitative reasoning, and the university’s plan to address any such gaps. (b) The report required by this section shall comply with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 564, Sec. 1. (AB 914) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  27. 66015.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    This section says the Legislature wants classroom instruction to improve, enough courses to be available for normal progress to a baccalaureate degree, and—when necessary—higher average teaching responsibilities for tenured and tenure-track faculty.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66015.5. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that quality classroom instruction be continually improved and that courses required for normal progress to a baccalaureate degree be provided in sufficient numbers. (b) It is the further intent of the Legislature that where necessary the average teaching responsibilities of tenured and tenure track faculty be sufficiently increased to meet the goals described in this section. (Added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 776, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1994.)
  28. 66015.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California’s higher education institutions are encouraged to expand international education programs when resources allow.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66015.7. (a) In order to maintain and strengthen the high quality of international education in California, the Legislature encourages all public and private institutions of higher education to further develop, as their resources permit, programs that support learning about other cultures, global issues, and the exchange of Californians and international students and scholars. (b) For California students and scholars, institutions are encouraged, as resources permit, to accomplish all of the following: (1) Develop courses of study in as many fields as possible to increase students’ understanding of global issues and cultural differences. (2) Offer courses in languages other than English to train students to communicate effectively in other cultures and to enhance their understanding of other nations’ values. (3) Provide opportunities for students in all majors to participate in study abroad programs to enrich their academic training, perspectives, and personal development. (4) Provide opportunities for domestic and international students to interact effectively and routinely share their views, perceptions, and experiences in educational settings. (5) Develop innovative public educational forums and venues to explore global issues and showcase world cultures. (c) For international students and scholars, institutions are encouraged, as resources permit, to accomplish all of the following: (1) Encourage the presence of qualified students from other countries with sufficient geographic diversity to inspire an appreciation for differences among cultures and a deeper understanding of the values and perspectives of other people. (2) Facilitate faculty exchange and collaborative partnership programs with institutions in other countries. (3) Initiate collaborative research undertakings to address issues of global significance. (4) Recruit and retain the world’s best and brightest faculty to educate California’s students as globally competent citizens. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 458, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  29. 66016.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislature states that participation in community college, CSU, and UC intercollegiate athletics should be provided as equally as practicable to male and female students.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66016. It is the intent of the Legislature that opportunities for participation in intercollegiate athletic programs in the community colleges, in the campuses of the California State University, and in the campuses of the University of California be provided on as equal a basis as is practicable to male and female students. The costs of providing these equal opportunities may vary according to the type of sports contained within the respective men’s and women’s athletic programs. Therefore it is also the intent of the Legislature that additional sources of revenue should be determined to provide additional funds for these equal opportunity programs. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 143, Sec. 46.)
  30. 66016.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Students covered by this section may serve in student government and, if eligible, on certain student boards or commissions, and may receive related grants, scholarships, fee waivers, or reimbursements.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66016.3. (a) (1) Any student, including a person without lawful immigration status, or a person who is exempt from paying nonresident tuition pursuant to Section 68130.5, may serve in any capacity in student government at the California State University or the California Community Colleges and receive any grant, scholarship, fee waiver, or reimbursement for expenses incurred connected with that service to the full extent consistent with federal law. (2) Notwithstanding Section 1020 of the Government Code, any student attending a campus of the California Community Colleges, the California State University, the University of California, or an independent institution of higher education, as defined in Section 66010, who qualifies for exemption from paying nonresident tuition pursuant to Section 68130.5 may serve on any board or commission established pursuant to this title that includes members who are students. (b) The University of California is requested to comply with this section. (c) The Legislature finds and declares this section is a state law within the meaning of subsection (d) of Section 1621 of Title 8 of the United States Code. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 182, Sec. 2. (AB 1887) Effective August 24, 2018.)
  31. 66016.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    If a state court finds Section 66016.3 or a similar Regents provision unlawful, the court may order termination of any waiver awarded under it, but may not award money damages, tuition refunds, waivers, or other retroactive relief.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66016.4. If a state court finds that Section 66016.3, or any similar provision adopted by the Regents of the University of California, is unlawful, the court may order, as equitable relief, that the administering entity that is the subject of the lawsuit terminate any waiver awarded under that statute or provision, but no money damages, tuition refund or waiver, or other retroactive relief may be awarded. In any action in which the court finds that Section 66016.3, or any similar provision adopted by the Regents of the University of California, is unlawful, the California Community Colleges, the California State University, and the University of California are immune from the imposition of any award of money damages, tuition refund or waiver, or other retroactive relief. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 619, Sec. 2. (AB 844) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  32. 66017.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Campus governing boards must set disciplinary procedures and appoint people to discipline students and employees who willfully disrupt campus operations after a prompt hearing.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66017. The respective governing boards of the California Community Colleges, the California State University, or the University of California shall adopt appropriate procedures and designate appropriate persons to take disciplinary action against any student, member of the faculty, member of the support staff, or member of the administration of the community college, state college, or state university who, after a prompt hearing by a campus body, has been found to have willfully disrupted the orderly operation of the campus. Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit, where an immediate suspension is required in order to protect lives or property and to ensure the maintenance of order, interim suspension pending a hearing; provided that a reasonable opportunity be afforded the suspended person for a hearing within 10 days. The disciplinary action may include, but need not be limited to, suspension, dismissal, or expulsion. Sections 89538 to 89540, inclusive, shall be applicable to any state university or college employee dismissed pursuant to this section. (Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1372, Sec. 210.)
  33. 66017.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Some higher education institutions must first offer eligible dogs or cats to an animal adoption or rescue organization before euthanizing them, if certain conditions are met.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66017.7. (a) A public postsecondary educational institution or independent institution of higher education, or employee or student thereof, that confines dogs or cats for the purposes set forth in Section 1650 of the Health and Safety Code, if the institution assesses the health of an animal and determines, after the completion of any testing or research, that the animal is suitable for adoption, the animal’s destruction is not required, and the animal is no longer needed, and if the institution’s existing procedures for adopting the animal do not result in an adoption, shall offer the dogs or cats to an animal adoption organization or animal rescue organization for adoption prior to euthanizing those animals. A public postsecondary educational institution or independent institution of higher education that is required to offer dogs or cats to an animal adoption organization or animal rescue organization under this section may enter into an agreement with an animal adoption organization or animal rescue organization for the implementation of this section. (b) For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) “Animal adoption organization” or “animal rescue organization” means a not-for-profit entity that is exempt from taxation pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code established for purposes of rescuing animals in need and finding permanent, adoptive homes for those animals and that maintain records pursuant to Section 32003 of the Food and Agriculture Code. (2) “Independent institution of higher education” means a nonpublic educational institution as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 66010. (3) “Public postsecondary educational institution” means any campus of the University of California, the California State University, or the California Community Colleges. (c) This section does not apply to animals within the meaning of Section 17006 of the Food and Agricultural Code. (Added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 551, Sec. 1. (AB 147) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  34. 66018.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Public higher education institutions must require financial aid applications to disclose all taxable and nontaxable income.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66018. Each institution of public higher education shall require that all applications for any type of financial aid for students shall disclose all taxable income and all nontaxable income. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  35. 66018.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Independent institutions of higher education must not give applicants legacy or donor preference in admissions, and must report compliance or violations to the Legislature and the Department of Justice.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66018.4. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature to stop the practice of legacy and donor admissions and protect students as they pursue their higher education. (b) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Donor preference in admissions” means considering an applicant’s relation to a donor of, or a donation to, the independent institution of higher education as a factor in the admissions process, including asking an applicant to indicate their family’s donor status and including that information among the documents that the independent institution of higher education uses to consider an applicant for admission. (2) “Independent institution of higher education” means a nonpublic higher education institution that grants undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees, or both, that is formed as a nonprofit corporation in this state, that is accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education, and that receives, or benefits from, state-funded student financial assistance or that enrolls students who receive state-funded student financial assistance. (3) (A) “Legacy preference in admissions” means considering an applicant’s relation to an alumni of the independent institution of higher education as a factor in the admissions process, including asking an applicant to indicate where their relatives attended college and including that information among the documents that the independent institution of higher education uses to consider an applicant for admission. (B) “Legacy preference in admissions” does not include collecting data on an applicant’s relation to an alumni or donors for purposes other than admissions decisions. (c) Commencing September 1, 2025, an independent institution of higher education shall not provide a legacy preference or donor preference in admissions to an applicant as part of the regular or early action admissions process. (d) On or before June 30, 2026, and annually thereafter, an independent institution of higher education shall report to the Legislature and the Department of Justice, in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code, either of the following: (1) The independent institution of higher education was in compliance with subdivision (c) for all enrolled students for that academic year. (2) (A) The independent institution of higher education was in violation of subdivision (c) for that same academic year. (B) (i) An independent institution of higher education that reports that it was in violation of subdivision (c), regardless of the number of violations, shall include in its report both of the following for that academic year: (I) The legacy status, donor status, race, county of residence, income brackets, and athletic status of newly enrolled students at the independent institution of higher education. (II) The admission rate of students who are provided a legacy preference or donor preference in admissions, as compared to the admission rate of students who are not provided a legacy preference or donor preference in admissions. (ii) Data in the report submitted pursuant to clause (i) shall only be publicly provided in the aggregate and in a manner that prevents the identification of any individual. (e) The Department of Justice shall post the names of the independent institutions of higher education that violate subdivision (c) on its internet website by the next fiscal year after receiving reports pursuant to subdivision (d). (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 1006, Sec. 1. (AB 1780) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  36. 66018.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain California higher-education governing bodies must report whether their institutions give admission preference based on donor or alumni relationships.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66018.5. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (1) The recent college admissions scandal highlights the need for fair and transparent admissions processes, and concern for what is referred to as “back door” admissions for legacy and donor-related applicants who collectively do not reflect the diversity of the state. (2) Research has shown that legacy and donor admissions give an unfair advantage to wealthier students who benefit from having parents or other individuals in their lives who went to college. (3) It is the intent of the Legislature to enact legislation to bring more fairness and transparency to college admissions in the state, especially at institutions of higher education that enroll students who receive state-funded financial aid. (b) On or before June 30, 2020, and on or before June 30 of each year from 2021 to 2024, inclusive, the Trustees of the California State University, the Regents of the University of California, and the appropriate governing bodies of each independent institution of higher education that is a “qualifying institution,” as defined in subdivision (l) of Section 69432.7, shall report to the appropriate budget subcommittees and policy committees of the Legislature whether their respective institutions provide any manner of preferential treatment in admission to applicants on the basis of their relationships to donors or alumni of the institution. (c) Each institution that provides preferential treatment as described in subdivision (b) shall include in its report pursuant to subdivision (b) all of the following for the academic year commencing in the previous calendar year pertaining to applicants described in subdivision (b): (1) The number of applicants who did not meet the institution’s admission standards that apply to all applicants, but who were offered admission. (2) The number of applicants reported pursuant to paragraph (1) who accepted admission to the institution. (3) The number of applicants reported pursuant to paragraph (2) who enrolled at the institution. (4) The number of applicants who met the institution’s admission standards that apply to all applicants and who were offered admission. (5) The number of applicants reported pursuant to paragraph (4) who accepted admission to the institution. (6) The number of applicants reported pursuant to paragraph (5) who enrolled at the institution. (d) Information reported by the California State University and the University of California pursuant to subdivisions (b) and (c) shall be disaggregated by each campus of these segments. (e) Notwithstanding Section 67400, this section shall apply to the University of California. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 514, Sec. 1. (AB 697) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  37. 66018.55.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Office of Privacy Protection must create a task force to review college and university use of Social Security numbers and recommend ways to reduce collection, use, storage, and retention.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66018.55. (a) As used in this section, “college and university” includes all institutions of public higher education and all independent institutions of higher education. (b) The Office of Privacy Protection in the Department of Consumer Affairs shall establish a task force to conduct a review of the use by all colleges and universities of social security numbers in order to recommend practices to minimize the collection, use, storage, and retention of social security numbers in relation to academic and operational needs and applicable legal requirements. (c) The task force shall be known as the “College and University Social Security Number Task Force.” The Office of Privacy Protection shall determine the composition of the task force, which shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (1) Two representatives from each of the three institutions of public higher education. (2) Two representatives of the California Association of Independent Colleges and Universities. (3) Two representatives each from two organizations devoted to the protection of personal privacy. (4) One representative from a national organization devoted to the management of information technology in higher education. (5) One representative from the business community with expertise in technological solutions to privacy concerns. (6) One representative each from the Assembly Committee on Judiciary and the Senate Committee on Judiciary. (d) The task force shall seek input, as deemed necessary and appropriate, from all of the following: (1) Representatives of organizations with expertise in technical policy and practices of Internet disclosure, privacy policy relevant to Internet disclosure, and fostering public integrity and accountability. (2) The constituencies of the college and university communities, including students, staff, and faculty. (e) The task force shall review and make recommendations to minimize the collection, use, storage, and retention of social security numbers by California colleges and universities and shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (1) A survey of best practices at colleges and universities and the costs of implementing those best practices. (2) The necessary use and protection of social security numbers for all of the following: (A) Research purposes. (B) Academic purposes, including, but not limited to, academic research, admission, financial aid, and other related operational uses. (C) Operational uses by academic medical centers, including, but not limited to, patient identification, tracking, and care. (D) Business purposes, including, but not limited to, the provision of employee benefits, tax purposes, loan programs, and other requirements imposed by current state and federal statutes and regulations. (E) Another operational need of the college or university. (3) Current personal privacy protections provided to students, applicants, staff, and faculty of colleges and universities. (4) Existing state and federal legal requirements, including regulatory requirements, mandating the use of social security numbers at colleges and universities. (5) The possible use of personal identifiers or other substitutes for social security numbers that protect personal information and meet the operational needs of colleges and universities. (6) The cost of funding any recommendations presented by the task force, including those that are of minimal cost and can be implemented immediately and those that require additional funding or time to implement. (f) The task force shall commence meetings no later than May 1, 2008. (g) (1) On or before July 1, 2010, the task force shall submit a final report of its findings and recommendations to the Office of Privacy Protection, and to the Assembly Committee on Judiciary and the Senate Committee on Judiciary. (2) The final report shall also include a list of the existing uses of social security numbers common among colleges and universities for routine operations and compliance with state and federal laws. (3) The findings and recommendations of the task force shall be informational only and shall not be binding on any college or university. (Amended by Stats. 2008, Ch. 179, Sec. 70. Effective January 1, 2009.)
  38. 66019.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    State universities and colleges, and community college district governing boards, must consider nontaxable income when deciding eligibility for educational opportunity programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66019. (a) Each state university and college, when determining eligibility for any state university or college educational opportunity program, and each governing board of a community college district, when determining eligibility for any community college educational opportunity program, shall consider nontaxable income. (b) The Regents of the University of California are requested to provide that nontaxable income be considered in all determinations of eligibility for any educational opportunity programs at the University of California. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  39. 66019.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislature encourages California community colleges, CSU, and UC to share admissions and financial-aid information with foster care agencies, and asks UC Regents and CSU Trustees to explore using admissions-by-exemption to help homeless or foster youth move into four-year public institutions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66019.3. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature to encourage the California Community Colleges, the California State University, and the University of California to disseminate information to foster care agencies regarding admissions requirements and financial aid. (b) The Legislature requests the Regents of the University of California and the Trustees of the California State University to explore methods of using the admissions-by-exemption category to assist the transition of students who are homeless youth or foster youth into four-year public institutions of higher education. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 571, Sec. 1. (AB 1228) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  40. 66020.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain California higher-education bodies must work with campuses to confer honorary degrees on people forced to leave studies because of Executive Order 9066; in deceased cases, a next of kin or chosen representative may accept the degree.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66020. (a) The Trustees of the California State University and the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges shall, and the Regents of the University of California are requested to, work with their respective colleges and universities to confer an honorary degree upon each person, living or deceased, who was forced to leave his or her studies at the public postsecondary educational institution in which that person was enrolled as a result of the issuance of federal Executive Order 9066 on February 19, 1942, which caused the evacuation, relocation, and incarceration of individuals of Japanese ancestry during World War II. (b) In cases where an honorary degree is conferred upon a person who is deceased, the person’s surviving next of kin, or another representative chosen by the person’s surviving next of kin, may accept the honorary degree on the deceased person’s behalf. (c) Independent colleges and universities, as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 66010, are urged to comply with the terms of this section. (d) This section shall be implemented in a cost-effective manner by incorporating, to the extent practicable, any ceremony for the purpose of conferring honorary degrees with a previously scheduled commencement or graduation activity. (Added by Stats. 2009, Ch. 213, Sec. 2. (AB 37) Effective January 1, 2010.)
  41. 66020.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain California higher-education governing bodies must livestream public meetings, give notice about livestream locations, and archive the recorded video and audio online for at least 12 months, with a 48-hour posting deadline.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66020.5. (a) The Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges, the Trustees of the California State University, and the Student Aid Commission, including any auxiliary organization established pursuant to Section 69522, shall, and the Regents of the University of California are requested to, do all of the following: (1) (A) Provide for live video and audio transmission of all meetings, which are open to the public pursuant to the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act (Article 9 (commencing with Section 11120) of Chapter 1 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code), through a technology that is accessible to as large a segment of the public as possible, including, but not necessarily limited to, the use of either of the following technologies: (i) Cable, satellite, or any other type of transmission that can be accessed through a television. (ii) Web cast, in which case notice of meetings that are open to the public and links to the Web cast shall be easily accessible via each entity’s Internet Web site. (B) If the meeting described in subparagraph (A) is conducted from more than one location at the same time, through a teleconference or a similar technology, the live video transmission shall be provided from at least one of the locations and the live audio transmission shall be provided from all locations. (2) Provide public notice before the meeting regarding which location or locations the live video transmission will be provided from pursuant to paragraph (1). (3) Archive and post the video and audio transmissions recorded pursuant to paragraph (1) on the entity’s Internet Web site for at least 12 months and within 48 hours following the initial transmission. (b) It is not a violation of this section if technical failures prevent an entity from providing a live video or audio transmission, or archiving or posting the video and audio transmission, so long as the entity exercised reasonable diligence in making a live video or audio transmission available and archiving and posting the video and audio transmission. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 580, Sec. 1. (AB 1723) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  42. 66020.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    A financial aid administrator must accept a sworn attestation as enough documentation for an unusual-circumstances adjustment, and may accept other adequate documentation too.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66020.8. (a) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Adjustment for unusual circumstances” means an unusual circumstances adjustment, as described in 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1087tt(c) and 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1087vv(d)(9), regarding the dependency status of a financial aid applicant. (2) “Applicant” means a financial aid applicant attending, or applying to attend, the California State University, California Community Colleges, or University of California. (3) “Financial aid” means any form of student financial aid or institutional financial aid. (4) “Financial aid administrator” means a financial aid administrator of the California State University, California Community Colleges, or University of California for purposes of determining institutional financial aid of the applicant, or the Student Aid Commission for purposes of determining student financial aid of the applicant, as applicable. (5) “Institutional financial aid” means all institutional grant aid, including institutional student need-based and merit-based aid. (6) “Local educational agency” means a school district, charter school, or county office of education. (7) “Sworn attestation” means a statement signed under penalty of perjury by an authorized representative of a local educational agency, county child welfare department, or probation department. The attestation shall include all of the following: (A) The name, organization, and title of the attester. (B) A declaration that the attester has provided services, instruction, or assistance to the student. (C) A declaration that the attester is familiar with the student’s relationship with their parent or parents, as defined in Section 668.2(b) of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations. (D) A declaration that, to the best of the attester’s personal knowledge, the student is either unable to contact their parent or parents, or contacting their parent or parents would pose a risk to the student. (b) For purposes of making an adjustment for unusual circumstances of an applicant, a financial aid administrator shall accept a sworn attestation as sufficient documentation for purposes of 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1087tt(a)(3)(B). (c) This section does not prohibit a financial aid administrator from accepting other types of adequate documentation to substantiate a student’s unusual circumstances in accordance with 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1087tt(a)(3). (d) The Regents of the University of California are requested to adopt a policy to implement this section. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 610, Sec. 1. (AB 243) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  43. 66021.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislature states an intent that annual budget funding be sufficient for student financial aid and come from sources other than student fees.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66021. It is the intent of the Legislature that the Budget Act for each fiscal year provide sufficient funding for financial aid for students with demonstrated financial need at the University of California, the California State University, and the California Community Colleges to offset increases in student charges at those institutions. The Legislature intends that funds for increased student financial aid be provided from sources other than student fees. (Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1372, Sec. 211.)
  44. 66021.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The California State University must report annually to the Legislature on its institutional financial aid programs, and provide the report by March 31 each year. The University of California is requested to do the same.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66021.1. (a) For purposes of this section, the following terms shall have the following meanings: (1) “Institutional financial aid” means all institutional grant aid, including institutional student need-based and merit-based aid. (2) “Students” means California residents who are undergraduate students at the University of California or the California State University. (b) The California State University shall, and the University of California is requested to, report annually to the Legislature on their respective institutional financial aid programs. The California State University shall, and the University of California is requested to, provide reports on or before March 31 of each year. (c) The reports shall include all of the following: (1) A description of the goals, terms, and policies of each of the university’s institutional aid programs, including eligibility criteria, allocation of financial aid awards, fee waivers, and other relevant information. (2) A description and explanation of any changes the university has made to any of these policies since the prior year, and any changes the university intends to make for the next academic year. (3) The total amount the university expended on institutional aid for students, for the two prior academic years, the current year, and a projection for the next year, and the average and 90th percentile undergraduate institutional aid award amount provided per recipient for the prior two academic years and the current academic year. (4) By parental income level or expected family contribution deciles, both of the following information for the prior academic year: (A) Net price, which is the balance of the total cost of attendance minus all grant aid. (B) The percentage of students receiving institutional aid and the average dollar amount of that institutional aid. (5) For the prior academic year, the current academic year, and the budget year, an analysis identifying the estimated number of undergraduates with financial need; their aggregate cost of attendance and aggregate expected federal parent contribution; the aggregate amount of financial aid, including federal gift aid, state gift aid, institutional need-based aid, institutional merit-based aid, other institutional gift aid, and private gift aid, received by these students; the aggregate remaining amount to be met by work, borrowing, or other means; and an explanation of the estimated change in aggregate student need in the budget year resulting from changes in the cost of attendance, and other factors, including any fee increases proposed by the university in its fall budget proposal. The explanation shall include an estimate of the extent to which cost increases will be offset by federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs. The explanation shall also include an explanation of how year-to-year non-tuition cost increases were calculated. (6) The typical financial aid package for a typical dependent undergraduate student with a parent income of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000), forty thousand dollars ($40,000), sixty thousand dollars ($60,000), eighty thousand dollars ($80,000), and one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000). (7) An aggregate summary of financial aid awarded to students, including scholarships, grants, waivers, loans, and workstudy awards from federal, state, institutional, and private sources for the prior academic year. (8) Indicators of the effectiveness of the university’s aid programs in achieving the university’s stated goals related to financial aid. (9) Information on students who submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or Dream Act Application, but do not receive a Cal Grant or institutional financial aid for the prior academic year. This information shall be disaggregated by race, ethnicity, expected family contribution deciles, and dependency status. (10) The California State University shall include information on the number of students who are eligible for a grant pursuant to the State University Grant Program but do not receive it or receive a partial award for the prior academic year. This information shall be disaggregated by race, ethnicity, and campus of attendance. (11) The University of California is requested to include information on the average undergraduate student financial self-help level. This information shall be disaggregated by race, ethnicity, and campus of attendance. (d) To the extent the university provides the information requested in subdivision (c) in reports to its governing board or in other university publications, those reports or publications may be submitted to the Legislature to satisfy this request. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 497, Sec. 77. (AB 991) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  45. 66021.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Covered higher-education institutions must give admitted students the Financial Aid Shopping Sheet and provide the completed sheet with financial aid award packages.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66021.3. (a) Notwithstanding Section 67400, by January 1, 2020, and permanently thereafter, each campus of the University of California, the California State University, and the California Community Colleges, and each independent institution of higher education as defined in Section 66010, shall provide students with the Financial Aid Shopping Sheet as developed by the United States Department of Education to inform students or individuals who have been offered admission about financial aid award packages. An institution subject to this section shall provide the completed Financial Aid Shopping Sheet when it provides in print or electronically a financial aid award package to an individual who is offered admission to the institution. (b) In implementing this section, the institutions of higher education identified in this section may seek guidance as needed from the United States Department of Education. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 497, Sec. 78. (AB 991) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  46. 66021.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislature states that student financial aid programs should be supported for eligible students in teacher credential and graduate degree programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66021.4. It is the intent of the Legislature to support student financial aid programs for eligible students enrolled in teacher credential and graduate degree programs, including an emphasis on increasing the number of graduate students from currently and historically underrepresented groups who are preparing to become future elementary and secondary teachers or postsecondary faculty members. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1699, Sec. 2.)
  47. 66021.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain payments to a student or applicant may not be counted when CSU or a California Community Colleges campus decides fee-waiver or other financial-aid eligibility for a qualifying minor in institution housing.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66021.5. Notwithstanding any other law, payments made, pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 11402.7 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, to a student or applicant for enrollment shall not be considered when the California State University or a campus of the California Community Colleges determines eligibility for a waiver of fees, or any other financial aid, for a minor who is living in a dormitory or other designated housing of the institution he or she attends, as described in Section 11402.7 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 710, Sec. 1. (AB 766) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  48. 66021.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain California higher education agencies must create procedures and forms so eligible nonresident-tuition-exempt persons can apply for and participate in student aid programs, and resident students’ aid awards cannot be reduced because of that change.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66021.6. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, and except as provided for in subdivision (b), the Trustees of the California State University and the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges shall, and the Regents of the University of California are requested to, establish procedures and forms that enable persons who are exempt from paying nonresident tuition under Section 68130.5, or who meet equivalent requirements adopted by the regents, to apply for, and participate in, all student aid programs administered by these segments to the full extent permitted by federal law. The Legislature finds and declares that this section is a state law within the meaning of Section 1621(d) of Title 8 of the United States Code. (b) The number of financial aid awards received by California resident students from financial aid programs administered by the segments shall not be diminished as a result of the application of subdivision (a). The University of California is requested to comply with this subdivision. (c) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2013. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. (AB 131) Effective January 1, 2012. Section operative January 1, 2013, by its own provisions.)
  49. 66021.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain eligible students at CSU, the California Community Colleges, or UC may receive a scholarship funded by nonstate scholarship funds.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66021.7. Notwithstanding any other law, on and after January 1, 2012, a student attending the California State University, the California Community Colleges, or the University of California who is exempt from paying nonresident tuition under Section 68130.5 shall be eligible to receive a scholarship that is derived from nonstate funds received, for the purpose of scholarships, by the segment at which he or she is a student. The Legislature finds and declares that this section is a state law within the meaning of subsection (d) of Section 1621 of Title 8 of the United States Code. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 93, Sec. 3. (AB 130) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  50. 66021.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California public universities and community colleges must designate Dreamer Resource Liaisons on campuses, and may establish Dream Resource Centers and accept gifts to support them.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66021.8. (a) Commencing with the 2020–21 academic year, the California Community Colleges and the California State University shall, and the University of California is requested to, designate a Dreamer Resource Liaison on each of their respective campuses, as specified in subdivision (b), to assist students meeting the requirements set forth in Section 68130.5 by streamlining access to all available financial aid and academic opportunities for those students. (b) (1) Each campus of the California Community Colleges shall ensure that it has a staff person designated as a Dreamer Resource Liaison who is knowledgeable in available financial aid, social services, state-funded immigration legal services, internships, externships, and academic opportunities for all students meeting the requirements set forth in Section 68130.5, including undocumented students. The Legislature encourages each of these campuses to place this designated staff person in the campus’ extended opportunity programs and services office or financial aid office. (2) Each campus of the California State University shall ensure that it has a staff person designated as a Dreamer Resource Liaison who is knowledgeable in available financial aid, social services, state-funded immigration legal services, internships, externships, and academic opportunities for all students meeting the requirements set forth in Section 68130.5, including undocumented students. The Legislature encourages each of these campuses to place this designated staff person in the campus’ educational opportunity programs office or financial aid office. (3) The University of California is encouraged to designate a Dreamer Resource Liaison on each of its campuses. That staff person should be knowledgeable in available financial aid, social services, state-funded immigration legal services, internships, externships, and academic opportunities for all students meeting the requirements set forth in Section 68130.5, including undocumented students. The Legislature encourages each of these campuses to place this designated staff person in the campus’ educational opportunity programs office or financial aid office. (c) (1) The California Community Colleges, the California State University, and the University of California are encouraged to establish Dream Resource Centers on each of their respective campuses. (2) Dream Resource Centers may offer support services, including, but not necessarily limited to, state and institutional financial aid assistance, academic counseling, peer support services, psychological counseling, referral for social services, and state-funded immigration legal services. (d) (1) This section shall not be construed as encouraging the construction of a new or separate space for Dream Resource Centers. (2) Dream Resource Centers may be housed within existing student service or academic centers. (3) The space in which the Dreamer Resource Liaison is located may be deemed a Dream Resource Center. (e) Notwithstanding Section 11005 of the Government Code and any other law requiring approval by a state officer of gifts, bequests, devises, or donations, the Trustees of the California State University, the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges, and the Regents of the University of California may seek and accept on behalf of the state any gift, bequest, devise, or donation whenever the gift and the terms and conditions thereof will aid in the creation and operation of Dream Resource Centers for their respective systems. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 788, Sec. 2. (AB 1645) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  51. 66021.9.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The University of California may give scholarships to enrolled students if the scholarship is established by the university or a campus and funded by nonstate funds for that purpose.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66021.9. (a) The University of California may provide a scholarship as established by the university or a campus of the university, derived from nonstate funds received for that purpose, to any of its enrolled students who meet the eligibility requirements for that scholarship. (b) The Legislature finds and declares that this section is a state law within the meaning of subdivision (d) of Section 1621 of Title 8 of the United States Code. (c) This section shall remain in effect only until June 30, 2027, and as of that date is repealed. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 50, Sec. 3. (SB 117) Effective July 10, 2023. Repealed as of June 30, 2027, by its own provisions.)
  52. 66022.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Specified governing boards must adopt regulations to withhold certain institutional services from students or former students who are in default on covered federal loans, with limits and exceptions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66022. (a) (1) The governing board of every community college district, the Trustees of the California State University, the Regents of the University of California, and the Board of Directors of the College of the Law, San Francisco shall adopt regulations providing for the withholding of institutional services from students or former students who have been notified in writing at the student’s or former student’s last known address that they are in default on a loan or loans under the Federal Family Education Loan Program. (2) For purposes of this section, “default” means the failure of a borrower to make an installment payment when due, or to meet other terms of the promissory note under circumstances in which the guarantee agency finds it reasonable to conclude that the borrower no longer intends to honor the obligation to repay, provided that this failure persists for 180 days for a loan repayable in monthly installments, or 240 days for a loan repayable in less frequent installments. (b) (1) The regulations adopted pursuant to subdivision (a) shall provide that the services withheld may be provided during a period when the facts are in dispute or when the student or former student demonstrates to either the governing board of the community college district, the Trustees of the California State University, the Regents of the University of California, or the Board of Directors of the College of the Law, San Francisco, as appropriate, or to the Student Aid Commission, or both the commission and the appropriate entity or its designee, that reasonable progress has been made to repay the loan or that a reasonable justification exists for the delay as determined by the institution. The regulations shall specify the services to be withheld from the student and may include, but are not limited to, either or both of the following: (A) The provision of grades. (B) The provision of diplomas. (2) The adopted regulations shall not include the withholding of registration privileges or transcripts. (c) This section shall not impose any requirement upon the University of California or the College of the Law, San Francisco unless the Regents of the University of California or the Board of Directors of the College of the Law, San Francisco, respectively, by resolution, make this section applicable. (d) Guarantors, or those who act as their agents or act under their control, who provide information to postsecondary educational institutions pursuant to this section, shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the governing board of every community college district, the Trustees of the California State University, the Regents of the University of California, and the Board of Directors of the College of the Law, San Francisco from action resulting from compliance with this section when the action arises as a result of incorrect, misleading, or untimely information provided to the postsecondary educational institution by the guarantors, their agents, or those acting under the control of the guarantors. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 188, Sec. 1. (SB 886) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  53. 66022.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Campuses may use admission by exception only with required approvals and related policies, and must report required information to the Legislature on request.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66022.5. (a) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Admission by exception” means the process by which a campus admits applicants who do not meet the eligibility requirements for admission to the segment, or guaranteed admission to a campus of the segment, but who demonstrate high potential for success and leadership in an academic or special talent program at the campus. (2) “Campus” means a campus of the California State University or the University of California. (3) “Senior campus administrator” shall not include any staff associated with campus development, external affairs, fundraising, donor relations, alumni relations, or alumni outreach. (4) “Special talent program” refers to a campus’ program that requires additional admissions review to determine the qualification of an applicant for admission into that program. Special talent program includes, but is not necessarily limited to, a campus’ athletic or fine arts program. (b) A campus shall not admit a student by admission by exception unless the student’s admission by exception has been approved, before the student’s enrollment, by a minimum of three senior campus administrators. (c) Notwithstanding subdivision (b), a campus may admit, by admission by exception, a California resident who is receiving an institution-based scholarship to attend the campus or an applicant who is accepted by an educational opportunity program for admission to the campus. (d) A campus that admits a student by admission by exception shall comply with both of the following: (1) Document its employees who were involved in the evaluation of the student’s application for admission. (2) Establish a policy that applies articulated standards to the campus’ admissions by exception decisions. The standards shall include minimum procedural requirements and shall include an explanation for choosing the standards that supports their application as fair and appropriate. (e) A campus that admits a student by admission by exception into an athletics program shall establish a policy requiring the student to participate in the program for a minimum of one academic year. (f) (1) Upon request, a campus shall report to the Legislature, pursuant to Section 9795 of the Government Code, any information that is required to be established or documented pursuant to this section. (2) The campus shall submit information to the Legislature pursuant to paragraph (1) to the extent permitted by state and federal privacy laws, including, but not limited to, the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1232g). (g) This section shall not be interpreted to prohibit the University of California from adopting policies that impose additional restrictions on or requirements for admission by exception. (h) This section shall become operative commencing with admissions for the 2021–22 academic year. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 47, Sec. 1. (AB 251) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  54. 66023.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Public higher education segments must maintain and update a written policy for students called to active military service.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66023. Each segment of public higher education shall establish, and update as necessary, a written policy concerning students who are called to active military service. The policy shall do all of the following: (a) Ensure that those students do not lose academic credits or degree status. (b) Provide for a refund of fees paid by the student for the term in which he or she was called to active military service. (Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 30.5. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  55. 66023.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California State University campuses must create a Basic Needs Coordinator and Basic Needs Center, then provide basic-needs information, outreach, website access, and reporting by the stated deadlines; UC campuses are only requested to do the same.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66023.4. (a) As used in this section: (1) “Basic needs services and resources” includes, but is not limited to, housing, food, clothing, feminine hygiene, diapers, technology, childcare services and resources, and mental health services and resources. (2) “Childcare services and resources” includes, but is not limited to, providing information on affordable childcare options on and near campus and information and connections to local resource and referral agencies in order to obtain support in applying to state and federal childcare subsidies and programs and finding local childcare providers, including, but not limited to, the California state preschool program, Head Start, the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) childcare program, and general child care and development programs. Childcare services and resources may also include direct financial or service support. (3) “Coordinator” means a basic needs coordinator established pursuant to this section. (b) Each campus of the California State University shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, do all of the following: (1) On or before July 1, 2025, establish the position of the Basic Needs Coordinator, and designate a staff person as the Basic Needs Coordinator to serve as the single point of contact for students experiencing basic needs insecurity related to basic needs services and resources. The coordinator shall act as a broker in identifying, supporting, and linking students to on- and off-campus housing, food, mental health, and other basic needs services and resources. To ensure the effectiveness and impact of this position, the coordinator shall be a dedicated position solely focused on addressing the basic needs of students and meet qualifications such as experience providing services to high-need and diverse populations. The coordinator shall oversee and coordinate with other staff tasked with addressing students’ basic needs, shall inform students of on- and off-campus basic needs services and resources and how to access them, and shall develop on- and off-campus partnerships to provide basic needs services and resources to their students. (2) (A) On or before July 1, 2025, establish a Basic Needs Center, which means a central location on campus where basic needs services, resources, and staff are made available to students. The Basic Needs Center is intended to be a one-stop, single location and point of contact for students to more easily access and gain awareness of basic needs services and resources. The campus shall make a reasonable effort to locate all on-campus basic needs services and resources at the Basic Needs Center. If the campus cannot reasonably locate all basic needs services or resources at the Basic Needs Center, the campus shall provide students with the location and contact information, including name, telephone number, and email address, for all basic needs services and resources not located in the Basic Needs Center. The coordinator shall be housed in the Basic Needs Center. (B) Each Basic Needs Center shall do all of the following: (i) Help ensure that students have the information they need to enroll in CalFresh, the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC), the Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC), the California Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), and other relevant government benefits programs. This clause does not require campus Basic Needs Centers to provide tax advising or preparation services. (ii) If a campus has an existing center or office that supports parenting students and a student may be better served by that center or office, have the authority to direct that student to the student parent center or office. (iii) Coordinate with their campus financial aid department or financial aid office. This clause does not require nor encourage the Basic Needs Center to be combined or colocated with the financial aid department or financial aid office. (iv) Connect students to the financial aid department or financial aid office, as appropriate, to ensure that students are receiving all available financial aid, including supplemental awards such as the awards for students with dependent children established pursuant to Article 9 (commencing with Section 69465) of Chapter 1.7 of Part 42. (v) Coordinate with their local homelessness response system to refer students to community resources available to address homelessness in addition to services and resources provided by the campus. (C) Basic Needs Centers may provide support to students who can be reasonably expected to enroll in the upcoming term and to provide support to students during summer and winter breaks who were previously enrolled or are enrolled for the upcoming fall or spring term. (D) Campuses shall endeavor, to the extent feasible, to use a portion of any funds made available for basic needs support for providing funds directly to students to address urgent needs. To the extent that a Basic Needs Center is already in place, that center may be used to satisfy the requirements of this section. If the existing Basic Needs Center fulfills only part of the requirements of this section, basic needs services and resources shall be expanded as needed to satisfy all the requirements of this section. (E) The childcare services and resources a Basic Needs Center may provide for parenting students includes, but is not limited to, direct financial or service support. (3) (A) On or before February 1, 2025, develop a document that shall be provided to students at the Basic Needs Center, once established pursuant to paragraph (2), in either electronic format or paper form, and that shall be made available to students online, that clearly lists on- and off-campus basic needs services and resources that includes, but is not limited to, all of the following: (i) The description of the service or resource. (ii) The location of where the service or resource is provided. (iii) The point of contact for the service or resource, including a name, telephone number, and email address. (iv) Any eligibility restrictions on accessing the service or resource. (v) The United States Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service’s “SNAP Retail Locator” internet website link, which contains a map with locations that are authorized retail food stores under the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and accept the use of electronic benefits transfer cards issued pursuant to Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 10065) of Part 1 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (B) Provide the document to students as a part of campus orientations in either electronic format or paper form. (C) Provide to faculty the online link to the electronic format of the document, the location of the Basic Needs Center, once established pursuant to paragraph (2), and the contact information for the coordinator, once designated pursuant to paragraph (1), and encourage faculty to include the online link to the electronic format of the document, the location of the Basic Needs Center, and the contact information for the coordinator in their syllabi. (D) To ensure that the document remains useful to students, the document shall be reviewed, updated, and made available online on both the internet website of the campus via the student basic needs tab and the internet website-based student account associated with a student’s attendance at the institution, as specified in paragraph (6), no later than the first day of every fall semester or fall quarter. (4) On or before February 1, 2025, streamline the application and intake process for on-campus basic needs services and resources to minimize duplication and eliminate barriers to access. If an application is required, develop and use a single application for students to receive on-campus basic needs services and resources. (5) On or before February 1, 2025, develop and implement a plan to identify and provide outreach to students, including nontraditional students, who have basic needs insecurity related to housing, food, and mental health. Once the coordinator is designated pursuant to paragraph (1) and the Basic Needs Center is established pursuant to paragraph (2), the outreach shall include information about the coordinator and the Basic Needs Center. (6) On or before February 1, 2025, provide a student basic needs tab that is clearly visible and easily accessible from a drop-down menu on the home page of the campus’ internet website and include the information described in paragraph (3) conspicuously on both the internet website of the campus via the student basic needs tab and the internet website-based student account associated with a student’s attendance at the institution. Once the coordinator is designated pursuant to paragraph (1) and the Basic Needs Center is established pursuant to paragraph (2), information about the coordinator and Basic Needs Center shall also be included on both the internet website of the campus via the student basic needs tab and the internet website-based student account associated with a student’s attendance at the institution. (c) (1) Each campus of the California State University shall report to the office of the Chancellor of the California State University, and each campus of the University of California is requested to report to the office of the President of the University of California, information that shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (A) The description and number of basic needs services and resources, broken down by category. (B) The number of students served by the basic needs services and resources. (C) Any existing and available data regarding the socioeconomic and demographic backgrounds of these students. (D) Challenges and best practices in the implementation of the basic needs services and resources. (E) Whether students who used the basic needs services and resources remained enrolled or graduated from that campus. (F) The number of students who first started receiving CalFresh benefits in the previous year and the total number of students in the previous year who received CalFresh benefits, as provided by the State Department of Social Services. (G) Whether the campus has a data sharing agreement with the relevant county operating the CalFresh program for the purpose of identifying new, continuing, and returning students who are potentially eligible for CalFresh benefits, or efforts underway to enact such an agreement. (2) The data and information reported under this subdivision shall be disaggregated by each basic needs service and resource, where applicable. (3) Campuses are encouraged to collaborate with the State Department of Social Services to obtain the data identified in paragraph (1), as applicable. (d) (1) The office of the Chancellor of the California State University shall, and the office of the President of the University of California is requested to, develop and submit to the Governor and the Legislature, on or before March 1 of each year from 2026 to 2030, inclusive, a report based on the data and information reported by campuses pursuant to paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (c) and information on the use of funds made available from the Budget Act of 2022 to implement this section. (2) A legislative report that includes the information required to be reported in this subdivision and submitted in any of the years 2026 to 2030, inclusive, shall fulfill the reporting requirement pursuant to this subdivision to reduce duplicative efforts. (e) This section does not preclude the California State University and the University of California from having additional basic needs staff who assist the Basic Needs Coordinator in completing the requirements of subdivision (b). (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 600, Sec. 1. (SB 271) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  56. 66023.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California Community Colleges campuses must set up basic-needs coordination and support systems, keep related information available to students, and report basic-needs data upward.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66023.5. (a) As used in this section: (1) “Basic needs services and resources” includes, but is not limited to, housing, food, clothing, feminine hygiene, diapers, technology, childcare services and resources, and mental health services and resources. (2) “Childcare services and resources” includes, but is not limited to, providing information on affordable childcare options on and near campus and information and connections to local resource and referral agencies in order to obtain support in applying to state and federal childcare subsidies and programs and finding local childcare providers, including, but not limited to, the California state preschool program, Head Start, the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) childcare program, and general child care and development programs. Childcare services and resources may also include direct financial support or service support. (3) “Coordinator” means a basic needs coordinator established pursuant to this section. (b) Each campus of the California Community Colleges shall do all of the following: (1) No later than July 1, 2022, establish the position of the Basic Needs Coordinator, and designate a staff person as the Basic Needs Coordinator to serve as the single point of contact for students experiencing basic needs insecurity related to basic needs services and resources. The coordinator shall act as a broker in identifying, supporting, and linking students to on- and off-campus housing, food, mental health, and other basic needs services and resources. To ensure the effectiveness and impact of this position, the coordinator shall be a dedicated position solely focused on addressing the basic needs of students and meet qualifications such as experience providing services to high-need and diverse populations. The coordinator shall oversee and coordinate with other staff tasked with addressing students’ basic needs, shall inform students of on- and off-campus basic needs services and resources and how to access them, and shall develop on- and off-campus partnerships to provide basic needs services and resources to their students. (2) (A) No later than July 1, 2022, establish a Basic Needs Center, which means a central location on campus where basic needs services, resources, and staff are made available to students. The Basic Needs Center is intended to be a one-stop, single location and point of contact for students to more easily access and gain awareness of basic needs services and resources. The campus shall make a reasonable effort to locate all on-campus basic needs services and resources at the Basic Needs Center. If the campus cannot reasonably locate all basic needs services or resources at the Basic Needs Center, the campus shall provide students with the location and contact information, including name, telephone number, and email address, for all basic needs services and resources not located in the Basic Needs Center. The coordinator shall be housed in the Basic Needs Center. (B) Each Basic Needs Center shall help ensure that students have the information they need to enroll in CalFresh, the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC), the Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC), the California Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), and other relevant government benefits programs. If a campus has an existing center or office that supports parenting students and a student may be better served by that center or office, the Basic Needs Center may direct that student to the student parent center or office. Each Basic Needs Center shall coordinate with their campus financial aid department or financial aid office. This section does not require nor encourage the Basic Needs Center to be combined or colocated with the financial aid department or financial aid office. The funding made available by the Budget Act of 2021 to implement this section, or any subsequent Budget Act or statute to implement this section, shall not be used to combine or colocate the Basic Needs Center with the financial aid department or financial aid office and shall not be used for the administration of student financial aid programs, including staffing. Each Basic Needs Center shall connect students to the financial aid department or financial aid office, as appropriate, to ensure that students are receiving all available financial aid, including supplemental awards such as the awards for students with dependent children established pursuant to Article 9 (commencing with Section 69465) of Chapter 1.7 of Part 42. Each Basic Needs Center shall coordinate with their local homelessness response system to refer students to community resources available to address homelessness in addition to services and resources provided by the campus. Basic Needs Centers may provide support to students who can be reasonably expected to enroll in the upcoming term and to provide support to students during summer and winter breaks who were previously enrolled or are enrolled for the upcoming fall or spring term. (C) Campuses shall endeavor, to the extent feasible, to use a portion of any funds made available for basic needs support for providing funds directly to students to address urgent needs. To the extent that a Basic Needs Center is already in place, that center may be used to satisfy the requirements of this section. If the existing Basic Needs Center fulfills only part of the requirements of this section, basic needs services and resources shall be expanded as needed to satisfy all the requirements of this section. (D) The childcare services and resources a Basic Needs Center may provide for parenting students includes, but is not limited to, direct financial or service support. (3) (A) No later than February 1, 2022, develop a document that shall be provided to students at the Basic Needs Center, once established pursuant to paragraph (2), in either electronic format or paper form, and that shall be made available to students online, that clearly lists on- and off-campus basic needs services and resources that includes, but is not limited to, all of the following: (i) The description of the service or resource. (ii) The location of where the service or resource is provided. (iii) The point of contact for the service or resource, including a name, telephone number, and email address. (iv) Any eligibility restrictions on accessing the service or resource. (B) On or before September 1, 2025, update the document developed pursuant to subparagraph (A) to include in the list of on- and off-campus basic needs services and resources the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service’s “SNAP Retail Locator” internet website link, which contains a map with locations that are authorized retail food stores under the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and accept the use of electronic benefits transfer cards issued pursuant to Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 10065) of Part 1 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (C) Provide the document to students as a part of campus orientations in either electronic format or paper form. (D) Provide to faculty the online link to the electronic format of the document, the location of the Basic Needs Center, once established pursuant to paragraph (2), and the contact information for the coordinator, once designated pursuant to paragraph (1), and encourage faculty to include the online link to the electronic format of the document, the location of the Basic Needs Center, and the contact information for the coordinator in their syllabi. (E) To ensure that the document remains useful to students, the document shall be reviewed, updated, and made available online on both the internet website of the campus via the student basic needs tab and the internet website-based student account associated with a student’s attendance at the institution, as specified in paragraph (6), no later than the first day of every fall and spring semester or no later than the first day of every fall and spring quarter. (4) No later than February 1, 2022, streamline the application and intake process for on-campus basic needs services and resources to minimize duplication and eliminate barriers to access. If an application is required, develop and use a single application for students to receive on-campus basic needs services and resources. (5) No later than February 1, 2022, develop and implement a plan to identify and provide outreach to students, including nontraditional students, who have basic needs insecurity related to housing, food, and mental health. Once the coordinator is designated pursuant to paragraph (1) and the Basic Needs Center is established pursuant to paragraph (2), the outreach shall include information about the coordinator and the Basic Needs Center. (6) No later than February 1, 2022, provide a student basic needs tab that is clearly visible and easily accessible from a drop-down menu on the home page of the campus’ internet website and include the information described in paragraph (3) conspicuously on both the internet website of the campus via the student basic needs tab and the internet website-based student account associated with a student’s attendance at the institution. Once the coordinator is designated pursuant to paragraph (1) and the Basic Needs Center is established pursuant to paragraph (2), information about the coordinator and Basic Needs Center shall also be included on both the internet website of the campus via the student basic needs tab and the internet website-based student account associated with a student’s attendance at the institution. (7) (A) For the 2026–27 and 2027–28 fiscal years, provide classified employees with access to food pantry services offered by the Basic Needs Center. (B) It is the intent of the Legislature to redirect funding in the 2026–27 and 2027–28 fiscal years from the Classified Community College Employee Summer Assistance Program established pursuant to Article 11 (commencing with Section 88280) of Chapter 4 of Part 51 of Division 7 to support the activities described in subparagraph (A). (c) (1) Each campus of the California Community Colleges shall report to the office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges information that shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (A) The description and number of basic needs services and resources, broken down by category. (B) The number of students served by the basic needs services and resources. (C) Any existing and available data regarding the socioeconomic and demographic backgrounds of these students. (D) Challenges and best practices in the implementation of the basic needs services and resources. (E) Whether students who used the basic needs services and resources remained enrolled or graduated from that campus. (F) The number of students who first started receiving CalFresh benefits in the previous year and the total number of students in the previous year who received CalFresh benefits, as provided by the State Department of Social Services. (G) Whether the campus has a data sharing agreement with the relevant county operating the CalFresh program for the purpose of identifying new, continuing, and returning students who are potentially eligible for CalFresh benefits, or efforts underway to enact such an agreement. (2) The data and information reported under this subdivision shall be disaggregated by each basic needs service and resource, where applicable. (3) Campuses are encouraged to collaborate with the State Department of Social Services to obtain the data identified in paragraph (1), as applicable. (4) The data and information reported by each campus of the California Community Colleges for the 2026–27 and 2027–28 fiscal years shall also include both of the following for the applicable reporting period: (A) The number of classified employees served pursuant to subparagraph (A) of paragraph (7) of subdivision (b). (B) If appropriate, whether the use of food pantry services by classified employees pursuant to subparagraph (A) of paragraph (7) of subdivision (b) impacted resources available to students. (d) (1) The office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall develop and submit to the Governor and the Legislature every year beginning on or before May 1, 2023, a report based on the data and information reported by campuses pursuant to paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (c) and information on the use of funds made available from the Budget Act of 2022 to implement this section. (2) A legislative report that includes the information required to be reported in this subdivision and submitted in any of the years required by paragraph (1) shall fulfill the reporting requirement pursuant to this subdivision to reduce duplicative efforts. (3) The reports submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) for the 2026–27 and 2027–28 fiscal years shall also include the data and information reported by campuses pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (c) for the appropriate reporting period. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 745, Sec. 1.5. (SB 148) Effective October 13, 2025. Operative January 1, 2026, pursuant to Sec. 11 of Stats. 2025, Ch. 745.)
  57. 66023.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Some California higher-education campuses must use FAFSA data to find students who may qualify for CalFresh and send required notices; other institutions are encouraged to do the same.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66023.6. (a) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “CalFresh program” means the program established pursuant to Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 18900) of Part 6 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (2) “FAFSA” means the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. (3) “Independent institution of higher education” has the same meaning as defined in Section 66010. (4) “Private postsecondary educational institution” has the same meaning as defined in Section 94858. (b) It is the intent of the Legislature to clarify educational policies for purposes of addressing student hunger on campus by ensuring low-income students have equitable access to nutritious and sufficient food sources by improving access for low-income students to the CalFresh program. (c) It is the intent of the Legislature to codify the United States Department of Education’s Dear Colleague Letter GEN-22-02 issued on January 20, 2022, to ensure that California institutions of higher education are increasing awareness of available benefits for students to use to reduce hunger on campus and to ensure continued enrollment. (d) For purposes of Section 273.5(a) of Title 7 of the Code of Federal Regulations, a student shall be determined to be attending at least one-half time any semester or term in which the student enrolls in at least one-half of the number of credits needed each semester or term to graduate within four years of enrollment as a first-time freshmen or within two years of enrollment as a transfer student, unless prohibited by federal law. (e) (1) Each campus of the California State University and each community college district shall use FAFSA data to identify students who meet the income qualifications for the CalFresh program. (2) (A) Each campus of the California State University and each community college district shall send an email to the campus-based email account associated with a student identified pursuant to paragraph (1) informing the student that they may qualify for the CalFresh program if the student can also meet one of the exemptions for the CalFresh student eligibility rules provided for in Section 273.5(b) of Title 7 of the Code of Federal Regulations. (B) The email described in subparagraph (A) shall encourage the student to contact the local county welfare agency to apply for the CalFresh program and include the contact information for the local county welfare agency and the designated campus staff who can assist the student in applying for the CalFresh program. (f) (1) Each campus of the University of California, each independent institution of higher education, and each private postsecondary educational institution is encouraged to use FAFSA data to identify students who meet the income qualifications for the CalFresh program. (2) (A) Each campus of the University of California, each independent institution of higher education, and each private postsecondary educational institution is encouraged to send an email to the campus-based email account associated with a student identified pursuant to paragraph (1) informing the student that they may qualify for the CalFresh program if the student can also meet one of the exemptions for the CalFresh student eligibility rules provided for in Section 273.5(b) of Title 7 of the Code of Federal Regulations. (B) It is the intent of the Legislature that the email described in subparagraph (A) encourage the student to contact the local county welfare agency to apply for the CalFresh program and include the contact information for the local county welfare agency and the designated campus staff who can assist the student in applying for the CalFresh program. (g) For purposes of Section 483(a)(3)(E) of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended by Section 1090(a)(3)(E) of Title 20 of the United States Code, FAFSA data shall be used in accordance with federal law and for purposes of this section shall only be used to inform students of their potential CalFresh program eligibility. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 934, Sec. 1. (AB 2810) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  58. 66023.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    This section creates a Wellness Vending Machine Pilot Program for CSU and the California Community Colleges, with requested participation by UC, and requires participating campuses to install vending machines, place them where students can access them, notify students, and file annual reports to the Legislature.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66023.8. (a) The Wellness Vending Machine Pilot Program is hereby established. The California State University and the California Community Colleges shall administer the pilot program at their segments of public postsecondary education. (b) (1) The California State University shall select five campuses, that are deemed most appropriate, to participate in the pilot program. Each participating campus shall establish at the main campus, a satellite campus, or both, at least one wellness vending machine that dispenses wellness products, including, but not limited to, condoms, dental dams, menstrual cups, lubrication, tampons, menstrual pads, pregnancy tests, and nonprescription drugs, including discounted emergency contraception. (2) Each participating campus shall do both of the following: (A) To the extent possible, place wellness vending machines in central locations on campus that will enable students to have access 24 hours per day, seven days per week. (B) Select and implement at least one of the following methods, or other chosen method, to notify students of the presence of the wellness vending machine: (i) Pamphlets. (ii) Posters. (iii) Flyers. (iv) Social media. (v) Creating or updating internet websites. (vi) Hosting a grand opening event. (vii) Outreach to campus clubs and organizations. (viii) During an orientation session. (3) On or after July 1, 2025, and on or after each July 1, the California State University shall submit a report to the Legislature, pursuant to Section 9795 of the Government Code, on the pilot project at its participating campuses. Information reported pursuant to this paragraph shall be disaggregated by campus, and shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (A) The location of the wellness vending machine. (B) Which times of the day and days of the week the wellness vending machine is stocked, functioning, and accessible to students. (C) The total cost to acquire and maintain the wellness vending machine. (D) Which method or methods were used to notify students of the presence of the wellness vending machine as required by subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2). (E) The types of products offered through the wellness vending machine. (F) Whether the price for each type of product was offered at a discounted rate as compared to the average retail price. (G) The total sales volume, disaggregated by type of product. (H) The name of each entity or organization, if any, the campus or segment partnered with to offer products through the wellness vending machine. (I) The source or sources of funding used to finance the wellness vending machine. (c) (1) The California Community Colleges shall select five community colleges, that are deemed most appropriate, to participate in the pilot program. Participation of community colleges shall be voluntary. Each participating community college shall establish at the main campus, a satellite campus, or both, at least one wellness vending machine that dispenses wellness products, including, but not limited to, condoms, dental dams, menstrual cups, lubrication, tampons, menstrual pads, pregnancy tests, and nonprescription drugs, including discounted emergency contraception. (2) Each participating community college shall do both of the following: (A) To the extent possible, place wellness vending machines in central locations on campus that will enable students to have access 24 hours per day, seven days per week. (B) Select and implement at least one of the following methods, or other chosen method, to notify students of the presence of the wellness vending machine: (i) Pamphlets. (ii) Posters. (iii) Flyers. (iv) Social media. (v) Creating or updating internet websites. (vi) Hosting a grand opening event. (vii) Outreach to campus clubs and organizations. (viii) During an orientation session. (3) On or after July 1, 2025, and on or after each July 1 thereafter, the California Community Colleges shall submit a report to the Legislature, pursuant to Section 9795 of the Government Code, on the pilot project at its participating community colleges. Information reported pursuant to this paragraph shall be disaggregated by community college, and shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (A) The location of the wellness vending machine. (B) Which times of the day and days of the week the wellness vending machine is stocked, functioning, and accessible to students. (C) The total cost to acquire and maintain the wellness vending machine. (D) Which method or methods were used to notify students of the presence of the wellness vending machine as required by subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2). (E) The types of products offered through the wellness vending machine. (F) Whether the price for each type of product was offered at a discounted rate as compared to the average retail price. (G) The total sales volume, disaggregated by type of product. (H) The name of each entity or organization, if any, the campus or segment partnered with to offer products through the wellness vending machine. (I) The source or sources of funding used to finance the wellness vending machine. (d) (1) The University of California is requested to select any number of campuses, that are deemed most appropriate, to participate in the pilot program. Each participating campus is requested to establish at the main campus, a satellite campus, or both, at least one wellness vending machine that dispenses wellness products, including, but not limited to, condoms, dental dams, menstrual cups, lubrication, tampons, menstrual pads, pregnancy tests, and nonprescription drugs, including discounted emergency contraception. (2) Each participating campus is requested to do both of the following: (A) To the extent possible, place wellness vending machines in central locations on campus that will enable students to have access 24 hours per day, seven days per week. (B) Select and implement at least one of the following methods, or other chosen method, to notify students of the presence of the wellness vending machine: (i) Pamphlets. (ii) Posters. (iii) Flyers. (iv) Social media. (v) Creating or updating internet websites. (vi) Hosting a grand opening event. (vii) Outreach to campus clubs and organizations. (viii) During an orientation session. (3) On or after July 1, 2025, and on or after each July 1 thereafter, the University of California is requested to submit a report to the Legislature, pursuant to Section 9795 of the Government Code, on the pilot project at its participating campuses. Information reported pursuant to this paragraph shall be disaggregated by campus, and shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (A) The location of the wellness vending machine. (B) Which times of the day and days of the week the wellness vending machine is stocked, functioning, and accessible to students. (C) The total cost to acquire and maintain the wellness vending machine. (D) Which method or methods were used to notify students of the presence of the wellness vending machine as required by subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2). (E) The types of products offered through the wellness vending machine. (F) Whether the price for each type of product was offered at a discounted rate as compared to the average retail price. (G) The total sales volume, disaggregated by type of product. (H) The name of each entity or organization, if any, the campus or segment partnered with to offer products through the wellness vending machine. (I) The source or sources of funding used to finance the wellness vending machine. (e) This section shall become inoperative on July 1, 2029, and, as of January 1, 2030, is repealed, unless a later enacted statute that is enacted before January 1, 2030, deletes or extends the dates on which it becomes inoperative and is repealed. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 933, Sec. 1. (AB 2482) Effective January 1, 2023. Inoperative July 1, 2029, by its own provisions. Repealed as of January 1, 2030, by its own provisions.)
  59. 66024.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The provision says higher-education governing boards should periodically review graduate and professional programs and consider whether to add, discontinue, or improve them.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66024. The Legislature hereby affirms its commitment to the continuing quality and development of graduate and professional programs of the University of California, the California State University, and the independent institutions of higher education in this state. It is the intent of the Legislature that each governing board of an institution of higher education periodically review the quality of the graduate and professional programs operated by the institution, and the need to add, discontinue, or enhance graduate and professional programs, including programs leading to the joint doctorate degree. It is further the intent of the Legislature that the development of joint doctoral programs operated by the California State University and the University of California or one or more accredited independent institutions of higher education be established and expedited. All graduate and professional programs, including joint doctoral programs, are expected to undergo careful evaluation and be approved only when it has been demonstrated that these programs meet the needs of students and the state. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 8.)
  60. 66024.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Postsecondary educational institutions generally may not ask a prospective student about criminal history on an initial application or before a final admissions decision, except for professional degree applications and law enforcement basic training programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66024.5. (a) This section shall apply to all segments of postsecondary education in this state. (b) Except for purposes of an application for a professional degree or law enforcement basic training courses and programs, a postsecondary educational institution shall not inquire about a prospective student’s criminal history on an initial application form or at any time during the admissions process before the institution’s final decision relative to the prospective student’s application for admission. (c) A postsecondary educational institution shall make any necessary changes to its application form to comply with subdivision (b) by the fall term of the 2021–22 academic year. (Added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 29, Sec. 4. (SB 118) Effective August 6, 2020.)
  61. 66025.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    This section requires certain systemwide fees at the University of California and California State University to be reduced for specified fiscal years, with an exception for some professional-degree students.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025. (a) Systemwide fees charged to resident undergraduate students at the University of California and the California State University shall be reduced for the 1998–99 fiscal year by 5 percent below the level charged during the 1997–98 fiscal year, and the systemwide fees charged to those students for the 1999–2000 fiscal year shall be reduced by 5 percent below the level charged during the 1998–99 fiscal year. Systemwide education and registration fees charged to resident graduate students at the University of California and the California State University for the 1999–2000 fiscal year shall be reduced by 5 percent below the level charged those resident students for the 1997–98 fiscal year. This subdivision does not apply to resident students pursuing a course of study leading to a professional degree who are subject to a supplemental fee pursuant to the policy of the University of California. (b) No provision of this section shall apply to the University of California except to the extent that the Regents of the University of California, by appropriate resolution, make that provision applicable. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 72, Sec. 1. Effective July 6, 1999.)
  62. 66025.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    This section bars certain California public campuses from charging mandatory systemwide tuition or fees to specified eligible students and families, and sets waiver conditions and limits.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.3. (a) Notwithstanding Section 76300, a campus of the University of California, the California State University, or the California Community Colleges shall not charge any mandatory systemwide tuition or fees, including enrollment fees, registration fees, differential fees, or incidental fees, to any of the following: (1) A dependent eligible to receive assistance under Article 2 (commencing with Section 890) of Chapter 4 of Division 4 of the Military and Veterans Code. (2) (A) Any child of any veteran of the United States military who has a service-connected disability, has been killed in service, or has died of a service-connected disability, where the annual income of the child, including the value of any support received from a parent, does not exceed the state poverty level as defined in subdivision (d). (B) Notwithstanding Section 893 of the Military and Veterans Code, the Department of Veterans Affairs may determine the eligibility for fee waivers for a child described in subparagraph (A). (3) A dependent, or a surviving spouse who has not remarried, of any member of the California National Guard who, in the line of duty, and while in the active service of the state, was killed, died of a disability resulting from an event that occurred while in the active service of the state, or is permanently disabled as a result of an event that occurred while in the active service of the state. For the purposes of this paragraph, “active service of the state” refers to a member of the California National Guard activated pursuant to Section 146 of the Military and Veterans Code. (4) (A) An undergraduate student who is a recipient of a Medal of Honor, commonly known as a Congressional Medal of Honor, or an undergraduate student who is a child of a recipient of a Medal of Honor and who is no more than 27 years old, if both of the following requirements are met: (i) The undergraduate student’s annual income, including the value of any support received from a parent, does not exceed the state poverty level as defined in subdivision (d). (ii) The recipient of the Medal of Honor who is or was the parent of the undergraduate student is, or at the time of the recipient’s death was, a California resident as determined pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 68000) of Part 41. (B) The Department of Veterans Affairs shall determine the eligibility of any applicant for a fee waiver under this paragraph. (b) (1) Notwithstanding Section 76300, a campus of the University of California or the California State University shall not charge any mandatory systemwide tuition or fees, including enrollment fees, registration fees, differential fees, or incidental fees, to a current or former foster youth, if the current or former foster youth meets all of the following conditions: (A) Is 25 years of age or younger. (B) Has been in foster care for at least 12 consecutive months after reaching 10 years of age. (C) Meets any of the following: (i) Is under a current foster care placement order by the juvenile court. (ii) Was under a foster care placement order by the juvenile court upon reaching 18 years of age. (iii) Was adopted, or entered guardianship, from foster care. (D) Completes and submits the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). (E) Maintains a minimum grade point average and meets other conditions necessary for the student to be in good standing at the public postsecondary educational institution that the current or former foster youth attends, as determined by the appropriate public postsecondary segment. (F) Meets the financial need requirements established for Cal Grant A awards under Chapter 1.7 (commencing with Section 69430) of Part 42. (2) A student shall not have the student’s mandatory systemwide tuition or fees waived pursuant to this subdivision in excess of the equivalent of attendance in a four-year undergraduate program. (3) The amount of a student’s tuition or fee waiver pursuant to this subdivision shall be reduced by any state or federal financial aid, including scholarships or grants, received by the student for the academic year or semester, or the equivalent, in which the student receives the tuition or fee waiver pursuant to this subdivision. (c) A person who is eligible for a waiver of tuition or fees under this section may receive a waiver for each academic year during which the person applies for that waiver, but an eligible person may not receive a waiver of tuition or fees for a prior academic year. (d) As used in this section, the “state poverty level” means annual household income that is less than the amount calculated for a single person with no dependents pursuant to Section 18501 of the Revenue and Tax Code. (e) The waiver of tuition or fees under this section shall apply only to a person who is determined to be a resident of California pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 68000) of Part 41. (f) Subdivision (a) shall not apply to a dependent of a veteran within the meaning of paragraph (4) of subdivision (a) of Section 890 of the Military and Veterans Code. (g) The provisions of this section shall not apply to the University of California except to the extent that the Regents of the University of California, by appropriate resolution, make a provision applicable. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 695, Sec. 1. (AB 1745) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  63. 66025.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Chancellor of the California Community Colleges must establish an initiative by March 31, 2019, and later submit a report to the Legislature by January 1, 2020.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.7. (a) By March 31, 2019, the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall establish an initiative to expand the use of course credit at the California Community Colleges for students with prior learning. The initiative shall identify best practices for the use of course credit for students with prior learning, locate and collect available resources, and provide professional development in connection with the identified best practices. The initiative shall identify the best practices for purposes of establishing potential pilot programs and shall provide recommendations for internal systemwide policy changes to expand the use of course credit at the California Community Colleges for students with prior learning. (b) (1) By January 1, 2020, the chancellor shall submit a report to the Legislature, pursuant to Section 9795 of the Government Code, on the initiative described in subdivision (a), including, but not limited to, activities established by the initiative. The report shall include recommendations for legislative policy changes necessary to implement the best practices identified by the initiative. (2) The requirement for submitting a report imposed under paragraph (1) is inoperative on January 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 10231.5 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 530, Sec. 1. (AB 1786) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  64. 66025.71.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    This section requires California community college and CSU offices and campuses to create, maintain, and post policies for evaluating Joint Services Transcripts for course credit for military personnel and veterans.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.71. (a) (1) (A) The Office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges, in collaboration with the Academic Senate for the California Community Colleges, shall do both of the following: (i) By September 1, 2019, develop a consistent policy to award military personnel and veterans who have an official Joint Services Transcript containing courses that have been evaluated by the American Council on Education with full descriptions and credit recommendations, course credit for California Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum, California State University General Education Breadth, or local community college general education requirements, as appropriate for the student’s needs, in a course with subject matter similar to that of the student’s military education, training, and service. (ii) Periodically review and adjust the policy developed pursuant to this subparagraph to align it with policies of other public postsecondary educational institutions. (B) By December 31, 2020, each community college district shall have a policy consistent with the policy developed by the chancellor pursuant to subparagraph (A) to assess Joint Services Transcripts for awarding course credit. (2) Each community college campus shall post on its internet website the most recent policy adopted pursuant to this subdivision. (b) (1) (A) The Office of the Chancellor of the California State University, in collaboration with the Academic Senate of the California State University, shall, and the University of California is requested to, do both of the following: (i) By September 1, 2022, develop a consistent policy to award military personnel and veterans who have an official Joint Services Transcript containing courses that have been evaluated by the American Council on Education with full descriptions and credit recommendations, course credit for the California State University or the University of California, as appropriate for the student’s needs, in a course taught on the campus where the student matriculates, with subject matter similar, or equivalent, subject to academic and faculty review, to that of the student’s military education, training, and service. (ii) Periodically review and adjust the policy developed pursuant to this subparagraph to align it with the policies of other public postsecondary educational institutions. (B) By December 31, 2023, each campus of the California State University shall, and the University of California is requested to, have in effect a policy consistent with the policy developed pursuant to subparagraph (A) to assess Joint Services Transcripts for awarding course credit. (2) Each campus of the California State University shall, and the University of California is requested to, post on its internet website the most recent policy adopted pursuant to this subdivision. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 567, Sec. 1. (AB 1002) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  65. 66025.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain California public colleges must give priority registration to qualifying veterans and State Guard members, and eligible students must follow Section 78212(a).

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.8. (a) The California State University and each community college district shall, and the University of California is requested to, with respect to each campus in their respective jurisdictions that administers a priority enrollment system, grant priority in that system for registration for enrollment to any member or former member of the Armed Forces of the United States, and who is a resident of California, who has received an honorable discharge, a general discharge, or an other than honorable discharge, and to any member or former member of the State Guard, for any academic term attended at one of these institutions for four academic years after the member has left state or federal active duty, which the member shall use within 15 years of leaving state or federal active duty. (b) A former member of the Armed Forces of the United States or the State Guard who received a dishonorable discharge or a bad conduct discharge is not eligible for priority registration for enrollment pursuant to this section. (c) The priority registration for enrollment provided pursuant to this section shall apply to enrollment for all degree and certificate programs offered by the institution after the military or veteran status of the student has been verified by the institution the student attends. (d) Students who receive priority registration for enrollment pursuant to this section shall comply with the requirements of subdivision (a) of Section 78212. (e) (1) For the purposes of this section, “Armed Forces of the United States” means the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, National Guard, Naval Militia, Navy, Space Force, and the reserve components of each of those forces, including the California National Guard. (2) As used in this section, “member or former member of the Armed Forces of the United States” includes, but is not necessarily limited to, any student who is called to active military duty compelling that student to take an academic leave of absence. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 379, Sec. 5. (AB 1715) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  66. 66025.81.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California State University and community college districts must grant priority registration to student parents by July 1, 2023; campus offices may use specified forms to help verify eligibility.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.81. (a) (1) By no later than July 1, 2023, the California State University and each community college district shall, and the University of California is requested to, with respect to each campus in their respective jurisdictions that administers a priority enrollment system, grant priority in that system for registration for enrollment to a student parent. (2) In implementing this subdivision, each campus of the California Community Colleges, the California State University, and the University of California is encouraged to use information from any or a combination of the following to help determine a student parent’s eligibility for the priority registration established pursuant to this subdivision: (A) The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). (B) The California Dream Act Application (CADAA). (C) The application to receive a fee waiver pursuant to Section 76300. (D) Any campus form or documentation that identifies student parents. (b) For purposes of this section, “student parent” means a student who has a child or children under 18 years of age who will receive more than half of their support from that student. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 935, Sec. 3. (AB 2881) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  67. 66025.82.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The California State University must give priority registration to first responders at campuses with a priority enrollment system, starting with the 2025–26 academic year. UC is requested to do the same. Students seeking this priority must show proof of first responder employment, initially and each year if they keep requesting it.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.82. (a) Commencing with the 2025–26 academic year, the California State University shall, and the University of California is requested to, with respect to each campus in their respective jurisdictions that administers a priority enrollment system, grant priority in that system for registration for enrollment to a first responder. (b) (1) The priority registration for enrollment provided pursuant to this section shall apply to enrollment for all baccalaureate degree and certificate programs offered by the institution after the employment of the student as a first responder has been verified by the institution the student attends. (2) A student requesting priority registration pursuant to this section shall provide the institution with documentation that shows proof of employment as a first responder upon an initial request for priority registration and annually upon the start of each subsequent academic year if priority registration is requested. (c) For purposes of this section, “first responder” means an employee of the state or a local public agency who provides emergency response services, including any of the following: (1) A peace officer. (2) A firefighter who is a member of a fire department of cities, counties, cities and counties, districts, or other public or municipal corporations or political subdivisions, whether the members are volunteer, partly paid, or fully paid, excepting those whose principal duties are clerical, such as stenographers, telephone operators, and other workers not engaged in fire suppression or rescue operations or the protection or preservation of life or property. (3) A paramedic. (4) An emergency medical technician. (5) A public safety dispatcher or public safety telecommunicator whose primary responsibility is to receive, process, transmit, or dispatch emergency and nonemergency calls for law enforcement, fire, emergency medical, and other public safety services by telephone, radio, or other communication device, and includes an individual who promotes from this position and supervises individuals who perform these functions. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 643, Sec. 1. (AB 255) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  68. 66025.9.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California State University and each community college district must give registration priority to foster youth, former foster youth, homeless youth, and former homeless youth at campuses using a priority enrollment system; the University of California is only requested to do so.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.9. (a) The California State University and each community college district shall, and the University of California is requested to, with respect to each campus in their respective jurisdictions that administers a priority enrollment system, grant priority in that system for registration for enrollment to a foster youth, former foster youth, homeless youth, or former homeless youth. (b) For purposes of this section: (1) “Foster youth and former foster youth” means a person in California whose dependency was established or continued by a court of competent jurisdiction, including a tribal court, on or after the youth’s 13th birthday and who is no older than 25 years of age at the commencement of the academic year. (2) “Homeless youth and former homeless youth” means a student under 25 years of age, who has been verified, in the case of a former homeless youth, at any time during the 24 months immediately preceding the receipt of the youth’s application for admission by a postsecondary educational institution that is a qualifying institution pursuant to Section 69432.7, as a homeless child or youth, as defined in subsection (2) of Section 725 of the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 11434a(2)), by at least one of the following: (A) A homeless services provider, as that term is defined in paragraph (3) of subdivision (e) of Section 103577 of the Health and Safety Code. (B) The director of a federal TRIO program or Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs program, or a designee of that director. (C) A financial aid administrator for an institution of higher education. (D) A homeless and foster student liaison designated pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 67003.5. (E) For American Indian students, a representative of the student’s tribe or a representative of a tribal organization that is a homeless services provider. (c) For purposes of this section, a student who is verified as a homeless youth as defined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) shall retain that status for a period of six years from the date of admission to the postsecondary educational institution. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 574, Sec. 1. (SB 512) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  69. 66025.91.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Each community college district must give priority registration to specified eligible students at campuses that use a priority enrollment system.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.91. Each community college district, with respect to each campus in its jurisdiction that administers a priority enrollment system, shall grant priority registration for enrollment to students in the Community College Extended Opportunity Programs and Services program, pursuant to Article 8 (commencing with Section 69640) of Chapter 2 of Part 42, and disabled students, within the meaning of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12101 et seq.), who are determined to be eligible for disabled student programs and services pursuant to Chapter 14 (commencing with Section 67300) and Section 84850. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 437, Sec. 2. (SB 906) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  70. 66025.92.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Community college districts with priority enrollment systems must give registration priority to CalWORKs or Tribal TANF recipients, and those students must comply with Section 78212(a).

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.92. (a) The Legislature finds and declares that the priority enrollment for registration required by this section is necessary to ensure that the flexibility related to educational opportunities that was adopted as part of the broader changes to the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program in Chapter 47 of the Statutes of 2012 is not undermined by students who are CalWORKs recipients being unable to access necessary classes. (b) Each community college district that administers a priority enrollment system shall grant priority in that system for registration for enrollment to any student who is a CalWORKs or Tribal TANF recipient. (c) Students who receive priority registration for enrollment pursuant to this section shall comply with the requirements of subdivision (a) of Section 78212. (d) For purposes of this section: (1) “CalWORKs recipient” means a recipient of aid under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200) of Part 3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or any successor program. (2) “Tribal TANF recipient” means a recipient of aid pursuant to Section 10553.25 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or any successor provision. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 97, Sec. 1. (SB 164) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  71. 66025.93.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain postsecondary institutions in counties using the Restaurant Meals Program must apply to become approved food vendors if they run a qualifying campus food facility, give vendors and students program information, and they are not required to create or run an EBT system for vendors.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.93. (a) Each public or private postsecondary educational institution that is located in a county that participates in the Restaurant Meals Program established pursuant to Section 2020 of Title 7 of the United States Code shall do all of the following: (1) Apply to become an approved food vendor for the Restaurant Meals Program if the institution operates a qualifying food facility on campus. (2) Annually provide all on-campus food vendors not operated by the institution with information regarding the Restaurant Meals Program and the manner in which to apply. (3) If an on-campus food vendor or a qualifying food facility has been approved to participate in the Restaurant Meals Program, annually inform students about the program using information provided by the State Department of Social Services. (b) This section does not require an institution to create, operate, or maintain an EBT system on behalf of on-campus food vendors. (c) An approved on-campus food vendor or a qualifying food facility participating in the Restaurant Meals Program pursuant to this section, and a county in which the program is operated, shall meet the requirements of the Restaurant Meals Program. A qualifying food facility that participates in the Restaurant Meals Program pursuant to Section 18919 of the Welfare and Institutions Code shall meet all of the requirements for participation in that program. (d) For purposes of this section: (1) “On-campus food vendors” does not include any vendor that does not sell prepared food for onsite consumption or that sells food from a mobile food facility, as defined in Section 113831 of the Health and Safety Code. (2) “Qualifying food facility” is a facility administered by a postsecondary educational institution that sells prepared food for onsite consumption. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 746, Sec. 1. (AB 1894) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  72. 66025.95.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislature states an intent that students who receive priority registration participate in a specified program of services, if the institution meets certain responsibilities and the rule is consistent with related sections.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66025.95. It is the intent of the Legislature that, consistent with the requirements and intent outlined in subdivisions (b) and (c) of Section 78215, and to the extent that the institution meets the responsibilities outlined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 78212, any student who receives priority registration for enrollment participate in the program of services outlined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 78212. (Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 704, Sec. 2. (AB 595) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  73. 66026.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Reports submitted to the Legislature by specified California higher education offices must be delivered to several legislative and executive recipients. These reports may be sent in PDF or comparable electronic format unless otherwise specified.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66026. Unless otherwise specified, reports submitted to the Legislature by the University of California, the California State University, and the Office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall be delivered to the Senate and Assembly budget subcommittees on education, the appropriate Senate and Assembly higher education policy committees, the Legislative Analyst’s Office, the Office of the Governor, and the Department of Finance. Unless otherwise specified, these reports may be submitted in PDF format or comparable electronic format. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 349, Sec. 3. (SB 940) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  74. 66026.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislative Analyst’s Office must assess joint nursing programs and report the results in writing to the Legislature and the Governor by January 1, 2031.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66026.5. (a) The Legislative Analyst’s Office shall conduct an assessment, on or before January 1, 2031, evaluating the efficacy of existing programs in nursing jointly offered between campuses of the California Community Colleges, the California State University, and the University of California. (b) The results of the assessment shall be reported, in writing, to the Legislature and the Governor on or before January 1, 2031. The assessment shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (1) The total number of joint programs currently implemented, including information identifying the number of programs, applicants, admissions, enrollments, and degree recipients. (2) The extent to which existing programs fulfill identified workforce shortages, including statewide supply and demand data that considers capacity at the California Community Colleges, the California State University, the University of California, and California’s independent colleges and universities. (3) Information on the job placement of graduates. (4) Joint nursing program costs and the funding sources that were used to finance these programs. (5) Time-to-degree rates and completion rates for students in joint nursing programs. (6) Recommendations on whether and how joint, intersegmental nursing programs can or should be extended and expanded. (c) The report submitted pursuant to subdivision (b) shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (d) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2032, and as of that date is repealed. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 998, Sec. 19. (AB 176) Effective September 30, 2024. Repealed as of January 1, 2032, by its own provisions.)
  75. 66027.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain California higher-education boards are asked to let people identify sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression on new or updated demographic forms, and to report aggregate data under specified conditions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027. (a) (1) The Trustees of the California State University, the Regents of the University of California, and the governing board of each community college district are requested to, in collecting data relative to gender, race, ethnicity, or other demographics, from faculty, staff, or students, allow the faculty, staff, and students to identify their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression on any forms used to collect that demographic data, as appropriate. (2) A governing board shall not be required to update an existing form used to collect demographic data for purposes of this subdivision, but shall provide for the identification of sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression on any new or updated form used for the collection of demographic data. (b) The Regents of the University of California, the Trustees of the California State University, and the Chancellor’s Office of the California Community Colleges are requested to report aggregate information collected pursuant to subdivision (a), to the extent that individuals from whom that information is collected authorize that information to be released where other demographic data is traditionally aggregated and reported for informational purposes and is appropriate. Any report developed shall be transmitted to the Legislature, pursuant to Section 9795 of, and notwithstanding Section 10231.5 of, the Government Code, no later than January 1 of each year and shall be made available to the general public on the Internet Web site of each respective institution. The information reported pursuant to this subdivision shall not include any individual identifying information. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 2. (AB 620) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  76. 66027.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Certain California community college and state university campuses must apply to make at least one on-campus store SNAP-authorized by September 1, 2025, and later ensure approved stores accept EBT cards within a reasonable time.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.2. (a) Subject to subdivision (b), on or before September 1, 2025, each campus of the California Community Colleges and each campus of the California State University shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, identify and apply for at least one general store or a store that sells food on campus to become an authorized retail food store under the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and, if approved, ensure the store or stores, within a reasonable time, accept the use of electronic benefits transfer cards issued pursuant to Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 10065) of Part 1 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (b) If a campus does not have a general store or a store that sells food on campus, subdivision (a) does not apply. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 913, Sec. 3. (AB 2033) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  77. 66027.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California State University and community college districts must stock free drug testing devices on campus, post a notice, and keep devices within expiration/use periods; they are shielded from liability for defective or inaccurate results from devices made available under this section.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.3. (a) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Controlled substances” includes, but is not limited to, flunitrazepam, ketamine, and gamma hydroxybutyric acid, which is also known by other names, including, but not limited to, GHB, gamma hydroxyl butyrate, 4-hydroxybutyrate, 4-hydroxybutanoic acid, sodium oxybate, and sodium oxybutyrate. (2) “Drug testing devices” means test strips, stickers, straws, and other devices designed to detect the presence of controlled substances in a drink. (b) (1) The California State University and each community college district shall stock drug testing devices, available and accessible, free of cost, in the health center located on each campus. (2) (A) Notwithstanding any other law, the California State University and each community college district shall not be liable in a civil action or be subject to criminal prosecution for a defective test or inaccurate test result, including, but not limited to, a false positive or false negative test result, from a drug testing device made available pursuant to this subdivision. (B) The California State University and each community college district shall ensure that drug testing devices made available pursuant to this subdivision have not exceeded their expiration date or recommended period of use, according to the product label, product packaging, or as otherwise recommended by the manufacturer. (c) The California State University and each community college district shall post a notice regarding the requirements of subdivision (b) in a prominent and conspicuous location. This location may include, but shall not be limited to, on each campus health center’s internet website or in new student orientation materials. (d) The Regents of the University of California, independent institutions of higher education, as defined in Section 66010, and private postsecondary educational institutions, as defined in Section 94858, are encouraged to stock drug testing devices, available and accessible, free of cost, in the health center located on each campus. (e) (1) If the Regents of the University of California, independent institutions of higher education, as defined in Section 66010, and private postsecondary educational institutions, as defined in Section 94858, implement subdivision (d), the campuses are further encouraged to post a notice regarding the requirements of subdivision (d) in a prominent and conspicuous location. This location may include, but shall not be limited to, on each campus health center’s internet website or in new student orientation materials. (2) Notwithstanding any other law, if the Regents of the University of California, independent institutions of higher education, as defined in Section 66010, and private postsecondary educational institutions, as defined in Section 94858, implement subdivision (d), the campuses shall not be liable in a civil action or be subject to criminal prosecution for a defective test or inaccurate test result, including, but not limited to, a false positive or false negative test result, from a drug testing device made available pursuant to subdivision (d). (3) If the Regents of the University of California, independent institutions of higher education, as defined in Section 66010, and private postsecondary educational institutions, as defined in Section 94858, implement subdivision (d), the campuses are further encouraged to ensure that drug testing devices made available pursuant to subdivision (d) have not exceeded their expiration date or recommended period of use, according to the product label, product packaging, or as otherwise recommended by the manufacturer. (f) This section does not prevent a campus from providing more than one location where persons may access drug testing devices. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 679, Sec. 1. (AB 1524) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  78. 66027.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Campus orientation must include information about CalFresh, CalEITC, YCTC, WIC, and the student eligibility requirements for those programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.4. As a part of campus orientation, the Trustees of the California State University shall provide, and the Regents of the University of California are requested to provide, for all campuses of their respective segments, and each campus of the California Community Colleges shall provide, educational information about CalFresh (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 18900) of Part 6 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code), the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) (Section 17052 of the Revenue and Taxation Code), the Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC) (Section 17052.1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code), the California Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (Article 2 (commencing with Section 123275) of Chapter 1 of Part 2 of Division 106 of the Health and Safety Code), and the student eligibility requirements for CalFresh, CalEITC, YCTC, and WIC to all incoming students. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 935, Sec. 4. (AB 2881) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  79. 66027.41.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California higher-education campuses must give incoming students information about Donate Life California and the donor registry; campuses may choose how to share it, and Donate Life California must help with resources and coordination.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.41. (a) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Donate Life California” means the nonprofit organization established and designated as the California Organ and Tissue Donor Registrar pursuant to Section 7150.90 of the Health and Safety Code. (2) “Donate Life California Organ and Tissue Donor Registry” means the registry established pursuant to Section 7150.90 of the Health and Safety Code. (b) The Trustees of the California State University shall provide, and the Regents of the University of California are requested to provide, for all campuses of their respective segments, and each campus of the California Community Colleges shall provide, educational information about Donate Life California and the Donate Life California Organ and Tissue Donor Registry to all incoming students. (c) A campus may disseminate the educational information described in subdivision (b) in a manner that best fits the needs of the campus and its student population, including, but not limited to, all of the following: (1) During the campus orientation process. (2) Via a short message system (SMS) alert to students. (3) In health centers. (4) Via a webinar. (5) Via a school newsletter. (6) On the campus’ internet website. (7) Via a campus event. (8) When a student is registering for student health insurance or health or wellness plans, or providing insurance or immunization records to the campus. (9) In health promotional programming. (d) Donate Life California shall provide all necessary resources, written or electronic, to assist with the dissemination of educational information pursuant to subdivision (c), based on the needs of the campus. (e) Donate Life California shall be available to confer and collaborate on an ongoing basis with all campuses. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 60, Sec. 2. (AB 466) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  80. 66027.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California Community Colleges and the California State University must provide information about credit by examination opportunities when course and class information is available.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.5. (a) The California Community Colleges and the California State University shall provide information about credit by examination opportunities wherever course and class information is available. (b) The Regents of the University of California are requested to provide information about credit by examination opportunities wherever course and class information is available. (Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 712, Sec. 1. (AB 1025) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  81. 66027.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California State University and California Community Colleges campuses must post notices for certain public services and programs on student account websites, and institutions must place a link next to each notice.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.6. (a) Each campus of the California State University and the California Community Colleges shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, include on the internet website-based student account associated with a student’s attendance at the institution notice of the following public services and programs: (1) The CalFresh program. (2) Resources, as determined by the institution to be most appropriate, for county or local housing services, which may also include, if determined to be appropriate for the geographic area where the institution is located, resources for legal assistance relating to housing. (3) Resources, as determined by the institution to be most appropriate, for county or local mental health services. (4) The California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC). (5) The Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC). (6) The California Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). (b) Each institution shall include, immediately adjacent to the notices specified in subdivision (a), a link to the internet web page for each noticed program or resource. (c) Each institution may use existing resources to comply with the requirements of subdivisions (a) and (b). (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 935, Sec. 5. (AB 2881) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  82. 66027.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California State University and community college districts must stock free menstrual products at one accessible central campus location and post notice of that requirement in specified restrooms.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.7. (a) (1) The California State University and each community college district shall stock an adequate supply of menstrual products, available and accessible, free of cost, at no fewer than one designated and accessible central location on each campus. (2) (A) A location’s accessibility shall be determined by considering all of, but not limited to, the following factors: (i) Hours of operation, relative to hours that students are on campus. (ii) Proximity to high-traffic areas on campus. (iii) Accessibility by students of all genders and regardless of physical ability. (iv) Privacy, including whether accessing products would require interaction with staff or other students. (v) Safety. (B) Locations described in this paragraph may include student centers, libraries, wellness or health centers, pantries, and study rooms. (b) The California State University and each community college district shall post a notice regarding the requirements of subdivision (a) in a prominent and conspicuous location in all women’s restrooms and all-gender restrooms and in at least one men’s restroom. (c) The Regents of the University of California, independent institutions of higher education, as defined in Section 66010, and private postsecondary educational institutions, as defined in Section 94858, are encouraged to stock an adequate supply of menstrual products, available and accessible, free of cost, at no fewer than one designated and accessible central location on each campus. (d) If the Regents of the University of California, independent institutions of higher education, as defined in Section 66010, and private postsecondary educational institutions, as defined in Section 94858, implement subdivision (c), the campuses are further encouraged to post a notice regarding the requirements of subdivision (c) in a prominent and conspicuous location in all women’s restrooms and all-gender restrooms and in at least one men’s restroom. (e) This section does not prevent a campus from providing more than one location where persons may access menstrual products. (f) For purposes of this section, “menstrual products” means menstrual pads and tampons for use in connection with the menstrual cycle. (Added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 664, Sec. 4. (AB 367) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  83. 66027.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Some California public university and college campuses must print campus or local mental health hotline numbers on student ID cards, and campuses without a hotline may establish one.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.8. (a) (1) Each campus of the California State University and the California Community Colleges with a campus mental health hotline shall, and each campus of the University of California with a campus mental health hotline is requested to, have printed on either side of student identification cards the telephone number of the campus mental health hotline. (2) Each campus of the California State University and the California Community Colleges without a campus mental health line shall, and each campus of the University of California without a campus mental health hotline is requested to, have printed on either side of student identification cards the telephone number of their city’s or county’s mental health hotline. (b) Subdivision (a) applies to a student identification card issued for the first time to a student, and to a student identification card issued to replace a damaged or lost student identification card, anytime on or after January 1, 2023. (c) Each campus of the California State University, the California Community Colleges, and the University of California without a campus mental health hotline may establish a campus mental health hotline for students to access mental health services remotely. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 183, Sec. 1. (AB 2122) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  84. 66027.81.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California State University and California Community Colleges campuses must create and maintain a student parent web page and share the link with students and faculty.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.81. Each campus of the California State University and the California Community Colleges shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, do all of the following: (a) By no later than February 1, 2023, host on its internet website a student parent internet web page that is clearly visible and easily accessible from a drop-down menu on the internet home page of the campus’s internet website and include the information described in subdivision (b) conspicuously on both the internet website of the campus via the student parent internet web page, and on the internet website-based student account associated with a student’s attendance at the institution. (b) (1) The student parent internet web page shall contain information that clearly lists all on- and off-campus student parent services and resources that includes, but is not limited to, all of the following: (A) The description of the service or resource. (B) The location where the service or resource is provided. (C) The point of contact for the service or resource, including a name, telephone number, and email address. (D) Any eligibility restrictions on accessing the service or resource. (2) Of the services and resources provided on the student parent internet web page pursuant to paragraph (1), the student parent internet web page shall include, but is not limited to, information on the following on- and off-campus student parent services and resources: (A) Priority registration for a student parent established pursuant to Section 66025.81. (B) The CalFresh Program. (C) (i) Federal and state tax credits, including, but not limited to, all of the following: (I) The federal Earned Income Tax Credit. (II) The California Earned Income Tax Credit. (III) The Child Tax Credit. (IV) The Young Child Tax Credit. (V) The Foster Youth Tax Credit. (VI) The federal Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit. (VII) The federal American Opportunity Tax Credit. (VIII) The federal Lifetime Learning Credit. (ii) Free tax filing services offered online through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance programs. (D) State and federal financial aid applications and programs, including, but not limited to, all of the following: (i) The Free Application for Federal Student Aid. (ii) The California Dream Act application. (iii) Awards for students with dependent children established pursuant to Article 9 (commencing with Section 69465) of Chapter 1.7 of Part 42. (iv) Any other federal or state financial aid application or program available for students with dependent children. (E) The California Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children. (F) The California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids program. (G) Cost of attendance adjustment information, including the dependent care allowance. (H) Resources, as determined by the institution to be most appropriate, for campus or local childcare providers. (I) Any other financial support or income available for student parents. (c) Provide the student parent internet web page link to students as a part of campus orientations. (d) Provide to faculty the student parent internet web page link and encourage faculty to include the student parent internet web page link in their syllabi. (e) To ensure that the student parent internet web page remains useful to student parents, the student parent internet web page shall be reviewed and updated no later than the first day of every fall and spring semester or no later than the first day of every fall and spring quarter. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 962, Sec. 2. (AB 2458) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  85. 66027.82.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    California community college and state university offices must develop a student-parent cost-of-attendance policy, and campuses must later implement it and update related data systems and net price calculators.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.82. (a) For purposes of this section, “student parent” has the same meaning as defined in Section 66025.81. (b) On or before July 31, 2025, the office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges and the office of the Chancellor of the California State University shall, and the office of the President of the University of California is requested to, develop and disseminate a policy to estimate and adjust cost of attendance information for student parents. The policy shall include student parent cost of attendance policy guidance that includes, but is not limited to, both of the following: (1) A financial aid methodology to calculate and update a student parent’s cost of attendance that includes the actual expected costs of food, housing, transportation, and dependent childcare. This methodology shall be based on available annual cost of attendance information that includes, but is not limited to, all of the following: (A) Food plans developed by the United States Department of Agriculture. (B) The State Department of Social Services’ reimbursement ceilings for subsidized childcare, disaggregated by county, age, and types of care. (C) The actual cost of on-campus family housing, the cost of a student parent’s off-campus housing, and, if a student parent does not have safe or adequate housing, the fair market rent, as described in Section 888.113 of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations, for an apartment in the metropolitan area or nonmetropolitan county where the campus is located, disaggregated by student parent family size. (D) Transportation costs, disaggregated by student parent family size, that considers available information such as institutional survey responses and the Student Aid Commission’s Student Expenses and Resources Survey. (2) Model instructions for purposes of all of the following: (A) Identifying a student parent for purposes of adjusting the student parent’s cost of attendance to include food, housing, transportation, and childcare expenses. The model instructions shall include, but are not limited to, confirmation by a financial aid officer based on information found in the student parent’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid or California Dream Act application. (B) Updating and posting cost of attendance and dependent care allowance information, using student-friendly language, on campus internet websites. The posted information shall include, but is not limited to, financial aid internet websites, and the student parent internet web page, as set forth in Section 66027.81. (C) Sharing cost of attendance information in admitted student materials. (D) Explaining the dependent care allowance to student parents. (E) Informing student parents of affordable childcare options offered by the campus or within the local community. (c) On or before the start of the 2026–27 academic year, each campus of the California Community Colleges and the California State University shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, implement the policy developed and disseminated pursuant to subdivision (b). (d) (1) (A) On or before the start of the 2026–27 academic year, the office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall establish a data element in the systemwide data management information system to identify student parents. (B) On or before the start of the 2026–27 academic year, each campus of the California State University shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, establish a data field in the campus’s data management information system to identify student parents. (2) On or before the start of the 2026–27 academic year, each campus of the California Community Colleges and the California State University shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, do all of the following: (A) Enter student parent data in the data field or the data element established pursuant to paragraph (1). (B) Report student parent data obtained pursuant to this subdivision to the office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges, the office of the Chancellor of the California State University, and the office of the President of the University of California, respectively, for their request of the governing board established pursuant to Section 10864 to include that student parent data in the California Cradle-to-Career Data System established pursuant to Article 1 (commencing with Section 10850) of Chapter 8.5 of Part 7 of Division 1 of Title 1. (C) Use the data field or the data element established pursuant to paragraph (1) for additional purposes, which may include, but are not limited to, granting priority course registration and providing information about available public benefits to student parents. (e) On or before the start of the 2026–27 academic year, each campus of the California Community Colleges and the California State University shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, update the campus net price calculator to include a baseline student parent cost estimate, disaggregated by age and number of dependent children, using the methodologies and information described in this section and any available federal guidance on best practices. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 962, Sec. 3. (AB 2458) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  86. 66027.83.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. )

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    Campus financial aid offices at California Community Colleges and California State University must give students with dependent children childcare and aid information, and UC campuses are requested to do the same.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. General Provisions [66011 - 66027.83] ( Heading of Article 3 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 5. ) ## 66027.83. The financial aid office on each campus of the California Community Colleges and the California State University shall, and the financial aid office on each campus of the University of California is requested to, provide all of the following to students with dependent children: (a) Information on the campus’ childcare development center and childcare offerings, if applicable. (b) Referral to the campus Basic Needs Center established pursuant to Section 66023.4 or 66023.5 for support accessing information, including, but not limited to, information and connections to local resource and referral agencies in order to obtain support in applying for state and federal childcare subsidies and programs and finding local childcare providers. (c) Information on any supplemental awards such as the awards for students with dependent children established pursuant to Article 9 (commencing with Section 69465) of Chapter 1.7 of Part 42. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 600, Sec. 3. (SB 271) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  87. 66028.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. )

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    This section names the article the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act and allows it to be cited by that name.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. ) ## 66028. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. (AB 970) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  88. 66028.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. )

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    This section defines key terms used in the article, including consultation, cost of attendance, mandatory systemwide fees, regents, resident, and trustees.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. ) ## 66028.1. For purposes of this article, the following terms have the following meanings: (a) “Consultation” or “consult” means a meeting between representatives from the University of California or the California State University and their respective statewide student association representatives in which the representatives from the institutions provide, at minimum, all the following information at least five days before the meeting: (1) A justification for a fee increase proposal, setting forth the facts supporting the fee increase. (2) A statement specifying the purposes for which revenue derived from a fee increase will be used. (3) A description of the efforts to mitigate the impact of the fee increase on needy students. (4) The potential impact to students, including, but not limited to, the changes to the minimum workload burden for all students, if applicable, institutional financial aid awards, and the average student loan debt for undergraduates. (5) Alternative proposals that can be considered in lieu of the proposed net student fee revenue proposal. (b) “Cost of attendance” means the mandatory systemwide fees, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses for an undergraduate California resident student, as used in determining financial aid eligibility. (c) “Mandatory systemwide fees” means the fees that resident students enrolled in the California State University or the University of California, as applicable, are required to pay in order to enroll in courses for the academic term pursuant to any law or any policy adopted by the trustees or the regents, as applicable. (d) “Regents” means the Regents of the University of California. (e) “Resident” means a student who is exempt from paying nonresident tuition pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 68000) of Part 41. (f) “Trustees” means the Trustees of the California State University. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. (AB 970) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  89. 66028.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. )

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    Public colleges and universities must explain fee and aid impacts, consult students before proposing fee increases, give advance notice of future fees, provide timely financial aid information, and be transparent about fee revenue and fee increases.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. ) ## 66028.2. The following requirements apply to student financial aid for resident students, and mandatory systemwide fees charged at the University of California and the California State University: (a) As any changes in mandatory systemwide fees and financial aid resources are considered, the impact on students shall be explained to students, including, but not limited to, changes to the minimum work or loan burden for all students, if applicable, institutional financial aid awards, and the average student loan debt for undergraduate students. (b) Students shall be consulted before increases on mandatory systemwide fees are proposed, so that students can provide input and ask questions regarding the need for any increases in mandatory systemwide fees. (c) Adequate advance notice shall be provided to students regarding any future mandatory systemwide fees, thereby allowing the students and their families greater time to prepare for the mandatory systemwide fees to be assessed. (d) In order to ensure that access is not precluded for any eligible student, and particularly for financially needy students, all current and prospective students shall be provided with timely information concerning student financial aid, including the processes associated with applying for and obtaining student financial assistance. (e) In order for the general public to maintain confidence in the state’s public colleges and universities, the state’s public colleges and universities shall ensure transparency in the uses of mandatory systemwide fee revenue and the rationale for implementing mandatory systemwide fee increases. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 642, Sec. 1. (AB 1307) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  90. 66028.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. )

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    UC and CSU must give advance public notice and student consultation before increasing mandatory systemwide fees, and the regents/trustees cannot adopt the increase until required waiting periods are met.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. ) ## 66028.3. (a) Ten days prior to holding a meeting to discuss or adopt an increase in mandatory systemwide fees, the University of California and the California State University shall provide public notice of the proposed mandatory systemwide fee increase as a discussion item in the public agenda for a meeting of the respective governing board. The public notice shall allow for comments to be received, both verbally and in writing, at the meeting and during the 45-day period required pursuant to subdivision (c). The public notice of the proposed mandatory systemwide fee increase shall, at a minimum, include all of the following: (1) A justification for the fee increase proposal, setting forth the facts supporting the fee increase.(2) A statement specifying the purposes for which revenue derived from a fee increase will be used. (3) A description of the efforts to mitigate the impact of the fee increase on needy students. (4) The potential impact to students, including, but not limited to, the changes to the minimum workload burden for all students, if applicable, institutional financial aid awards, and the average student loan debt for undergraduates. (5) Alternative proposals that can be considered in lieu of the proposed net student fee revenue proposal. (b) The University of California and the California State University shall consult with their respective statewide student associations at least 30 days prior to providing public notice of the proposed mandatory systemwide fee increase. The range of potential mandatory systemwide fees under consideration for the next fiscal year shall be discussed with appropriate student representatives at the time of consultation before public notice of the mandatory systemwide fee increase proposal. (c) The regents and the trustees shall not act to adopt a mandatory systemwide fee increase until at least 45 days after a public meeting is held to discuss the fee. The regents and the trustees shall provide a summary of the comments received pursuant to subdivision (a) in the public notice provided before the meeting to adopt a mandatory systemwide fee increase. (d) The regents and the trustees shall not adopt an increase in mandatory systemwide fees after the 90th day prior to the commencement of classes for the academic year. This prohibition shall not apply to an increase in mandatory systemwide fees for a summer session. (e) (1) In cases where the Governor’s proposed budget reduces General Fund appropriations from the prior annual Budget Act for the support of the operations of University of California or California State University, the Legislature enacts or authorizes reduced General Fund appropriations from the prior annual Budget Act for the support of the operations of University of California or California State University, the Legislature enacts a budget reduction for the General Fund support of the operation of the University of California or California State University in the middle of a fiscal year, or the Governor implements a budget reduction for the General Fund support of the operation of the University of California or California State University in the middle of a fiscal year, subdivisions (a), (b), (c), and (d) shall not apply. (2) In the instances described in paragraph (1), the University of California and the California State University shall discuss with their respective statewide student associations proposals for mandatory systemwide fee increases at least seven days before posting notice of action to increase those fees. An increase in the mandatory systemwide fees at the University of California or the California State University shall not become effective until at least 30 days have elapsed after the date on which the fee increase was adopted. (f) Following the adoption of an increase in mandatory systemwide fees in accordance with this act, the University of California and the California State University shall notify matriculated students of the mandatory systemwide fees to be assessed in the upcoming academic year or the upcoming quarter or semester. In addition, the respective institution shall simultaneously inform students about the availability of student financial aid and the procedures for obtaining that financial aid in order to assist students with meeting the increased costs of attendance. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. (AB 970) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  91. 66028.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. )

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    The regents and the trustees must develop a list of factors for fee-adjustment recommendations, include specified considerations, consult statewide student body associations, and adopt the factors in an open and public meeting.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. ) ## 66028.4. (a) On or before April 2, 2013, the regents and the trustees each shall develop a list of factors that shall be taken into consideration when developing recommendations to adjust mandatory systemwide fees consistent with the policies set forth in this article. The factors shall include, at a minimum, the level of state support, total cost of attendance, impact on various categories of students, including historically underrepresented students and low- to middle-income students, as well as efforts to mitigate the impacts. (b) The factors, and any subsequent amendments to those factors, shall be developed in consultation with the appropriate statewide student body associations and shall be formally adopted by the regents or the trustees in an open and public meeting. (c) Nothing in this section shall be construed to exempt any increase in mandatory systemwide fees from the requirements of Section 66028.3. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 642, Sec. 2. (AB 1307) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  92. 66028.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. )

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    The regents and trustees must report compliance with this section in their annual institutional financial aid reports.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. ) ## 66028.5. (a) The regents and the trustees are urged to maintain their commitment to institutional financial aid program funding by ensuring that at least 33 percent of the revenues of an increase to existing mandatory systemwide fees charged to undergraduate students is set aside by the regents or the trustees, as applicable, for institutional student aid to assist resident undergraduate students, including those undergraduate students exempt from nonresident tuition pursuant to Sections 68075.5 and 68130.5, and families in meeting the total cost of education. (b) The regents and trustees shall report their compliance with this section in their respective annual reports on institutional financial aid pursuant to Section 66021.1. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 642, Sec. 3. (AB 1307) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  93. 66028.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. )

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    The regents and trustees must give the Legislature annual information on student-fee spending, institutional financial aid, and average total cost of attendance, and must also submit an annual compliance report.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act [66028 - 66028.6] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 620, Sec. 2. ) ## 66028.6. (a) Notwithstanding Section 10231.5 of the Government Code, commencing with the 2012–13 academic year, the regents and the trustees shall annually provide the Legislature, by February 1 of each year, with detailed information regarding expenditures of revenues derived from student fees and uses of institutional financial aid, and shall provide information regarding the systemwide average total cost of attendance per student. For purposes of meeting the requirements of this section, the regents and the trustees may include this information in their respective annual reports on institutional financial aid pursuant to Section 66021.1. (b) Notwithstanding Section 10231.5 of the Government Code, the regents and trustees shall each submit a report to the Legislature, by March 1 of each year, describing their respective institution’s compliance with the policies set forth in this article. (c) A report submitted pursuant to this section shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 82, Sec. 1. (AB 2908) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  94. 66030.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Educational Equity for Students [66030 - 66031] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 9. )

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    Governing boards of higher education institutions must maintain multicultural learning environments free from discrimination and harassment, in line with state and federal law.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Educational Equity for Students [66030 - 66031] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 9. ) ## 66030. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that public higher education in California strive to provide educationally equitable environments that give each Californian, regardless of age, economic circumstance, or the characteristics listed in Section 66270, a reasonable opportunity to develop fully his or her potential. (b) It is the responsibility of the governing boards of institutions of higher education to ensure and maintain multicultural learning environments free from all forms of discrimination and harassment, in accordance with state and federal law. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 569, Sec. 32. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  95. 66031.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Educational Equity for Students [66030 - 66031] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 9. )

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    California State University may, and the University of California is requested to, establish and maintain inclusive college programs for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, if funding is appropriated.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Educational Equity for Students [66030 - 66031] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 9. ) ## 66031. (a) Subject to an appropriation of funds by the Legislature in the annual Budget Act or another statute for purposes of this section, the California State University may, and the University of California is requested to, establish and maintain inclusive college programs for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at four-year public postsecondary educational institutions. Program funds may be used to establish new inclusive college programs at campuses that currently do not have a program or have a program in development, or to provide continuing support to established inclusive college programs to help those programs reach capacity and sustainability. (b) Inclusive college programs operated by the California State University, and inclusive college programs operated by the University of California, are requested to do all of the following: (1) Serve students with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are at least 18 years of age, even if the students are not taking courses for credit or may not be seeking a traditional degree. (2) Provide students with a person-centered planning process and the opportunity to pursue an educational credential, including, but not limited to, a degree, certificate, or nondegree credential issued by the institution. (3) Provide inclusive academic enrichment, socialization, independent living skills, and integrated work experiences that develop career skills that can lead to gainful employment. (4) Provide individual supports and services for academic and social inclusion in academic courses, extracurricular activities, housing, and other aspects of campus life. (5) Establish strategies to recruit and support students from historically underserved communities. (c) Funds appropriated by the Legislature for purposes of this section may be used for any of the following purposes: (1) Administrative salaries, including a program director at a campus with an inclusive pilot program and other administrative staff, including academic coordinators, employment and internship coordinators, social inclusion coordinators, and residential coordinators. (2) Additional program staff, including instructors, peer mentors, residential support staff, and administrative assistants. (3) Training for higher education faculty in evidence-based best practices. (4) Augmentation of existing assistive technologies and other academic support services offered by campus disability programs and resource centers. (5) Scholarships for student tuition, fees, and living expenses. (6) Additional student supports, including counseling, residential needs, mentor services, and transportation services. (7) Outreach, including internet website design, disseminating information to high school transition programs, local educational agencies, special education local plan areas, and college and career centers, and advertising placements and campaigns, including the cost of printing any materials. (8) Data collection and dissemination. (d) (1) An inclusive college program shall comply with the requirements for, and shall apply for, federal status as a Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary Program so that its students can apply for federal financial aid. (2) An inclusive college program shall investigate long-term sustainability by securing funding from multiple sources, including funds from the Department of Rehabilitation, regional centers, and financial aid programs. (e) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Intellectual and developmental disabilities” has the same meaning as “developmental disability,” as defined in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 4512 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (2) “Local educational agencies” means school districts, charter schools, and county offices of education. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 654, Sec. 2. (AB 447) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  96. 66032.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.1. Inclusive College for Students with Intellectual Disabilities [66032 - 66032.2] ( Article 4.1 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 90. )

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    The Legislature states its intent to expand inclusive college access, information sharing, credentials, work experiences, and campus programs for students with intellectual disabilities.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.1. Inclusive College for Students with Intellectual Disabilities [66032 - 66032.2] ( Article 4.1 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 90. ) ## 66032. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that the California Center for Inclusive College increase awareness of, and access to, inclusive and experiential postsecondary education and employment opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities through degree, certificate, or nondegree programs that ideally include an independent living component. (b) It is the intent of the Legislature to establish statewide support and coordination of the dissemination of information regarding programs and services for students with intellectual disabilities. (c) It is the intent of the Legislature that the California Center for Inclusive College increase access to meaningful postsecondary education credentials and work experiences to afford students with intellectual disabilities inclusive and meaningful campus experiences to prepare for gainful employment and community living. (d) It is further the intent of the Legislature that the California Center for Inclusive College support the establishment and expansion of programs on college campuses that model inclusivity of all students, including those with intellectual disabilities. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 90. (SB 153) Effective June 29, 2024.)
  97. 66032.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.1. Inclusive College for Students with Intellectual Disabilities [66032 - 66032.2] ( Article 4.1 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 90. )

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    This section defines key terms used in the article, including the California Center for Inclusive College, an inclusive college program, and a public postsecondary educational institution.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.1. Inclusive College for Students with Intellectual Disabilities [66032 - 66032.2] ( Article 4.1 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 90. ) ## 66032.1. For purposes of this article, the following definitions apply: (a) “California Center for Inclusive College” or “center” means the California Center for Inclusive College established pursuant to this article. (b) “Inclusive college program” means a college program administered by a public postsecondary educational institution for students with intellectual disabilities in the state that offers students an inclusive program of study that includes opportunities to take courses, learn independent living skills, have employment experiences, and engage in social activities and organizations in a setting with other peers with and without disabilities, and that requires students with intellectual disabilities to have at least one-half of their participation in the program, as determined by the institution, focus on academic components through one or more of the following activities: (1) Taking credit-bearing courses with students with and without disabilities. (2) Auditing or otherwise participating in courses with students with and without disabilities for which the student does not receive regular academic credit. (3) Taking noncredit-bearing, nondegree courses with students with and without disabilities. (4) Participating in internships or work-based training in settings with individuals with and without disabilities. (c) “Public postsecondary educational institution” means the California State University, the University of California, or the California Community Colleges, and each campus, branch, and function thereof. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 90. (SB 153) Effective June 29, 2024.)
  98. 66032.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.1. Inclusive College for Students with Intellectual Disabilities [66032 - 66032.2] ( Article 4.1 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 90. )

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    This section creates the California Center for Inclusive College, funds it, and requires annual reporting and related support activities.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.1. Inclusive College for Students with Intellectual Disabilities [66032 - 66032.2] ( Article 4.1 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 90. ) ## 66032.2. (a) The California Center for Inclusive College is hereby established and shall be administered by the county office of education or county offices of education selected pursuant to subdivision (b), working in partnership with regional centers, public postsecondary educational institutions, and the University of California, Davis MIND Institute. (b) Commencing with the 2024–25 fiscal year, the sum of two million dollars ($2,000,000) shall be annually appropriated each fiscal year from the General Fund to the Superintendent to, in consultation with the executive director of the State Board of Education, allocate to one or more county offices of education selected to administer the center consistent with this section. (c) The responsibilities of the center shall include, but are not limited to, all of the following: (1) Assisting California inclusive college programs in aligning with the federal requirements, standards, and quality indicators identified by the National Center for Information and Technical Support for Postsecondary Students with Disabilities and the coordinating center described in Section 1140q(b) of Title 20 of the United States Code, pursuant to Section 1140q of Title 20 of the United States Code. (2) Assisting California inclusive college programs with the development and submission of federal comprehensive transition and postsecondary program applications. (3) Facilitating collaboration between local educational agencies, regional centers, local Department of Rehabilitation field offices, and inclusive college programs to support students with intellectual disabilities and their parents, families, and supporters to plan for postsecondary transition. (4) Assisting public postsecondary educational institutions and inclusive college programs with the identification of potential funding sources to establish, sustain, or expand upon inclusive college programs, including student financial assistance opportunities. (5) Supporting inclusive college programs with guidance and assistance when applying for potential funding sources and student financial assistance opportunities. (6) Holding meetings and annual workshops to share best practices and provide technical assistance on developing and establishing an inclusive college program, including opportunities to transition two-year programs to four-year programs and to incorporate a residential living component. (7) Disseminating to local educational agencies, local Department of Rehabilitation field offices, and regional centers information about, but not limited to, all of the following: (A) Education programs, services, and resources that are available at inclusive college programs. (B) Supports, accommodations, technical assistance, and training provided by inclusive college programs. (C) Mentoring, networking, and employment opportunities available at inclusive college programs. (8) Meeting regularly with interested parties, including, but not limited to, people with intellectual disabilities and their parents, families, and supporters; staff of the State Department of Education, the State Board of Education, the State Department of Developmental Services, the Department of Rehabilitation, and the State Council on Developmental Disabilities; and public postsecondary educational institutions, with the goal of providing continuous improvement to the delivery of inclusive college programs to students with intellectual disabilities, by doing both of the following: (A) Identifying federal grant funding opportunities for state agencies and assisting inclusive college programs in investigating options for long-term programmatic and fiscal sustainability. (B) Sharing best practices, barriers, and challenges to establishing or expanding inclusive college programs. (d) (1) For the 2024–25 fiscal year, of the amount appropriated pursuant to subdivision (b), up to five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) shall be available for the center to convene an advisory workgroup consisting of representatives from at least two, but not more than six, existing inclusive college programs throughout the state to consult with the center and to do all of the following: (A) Collect and share best practices for inclusive college programs. (B) Advise and assist the center in determining areas of greatest need for technical assistance for inclusive college programs. (C) Support the center in exploring methods of capacity building to strengthen existing inclusive college programs. (2) Each inclusive college program with representatives in the advisory workgroup shall be reimbursed for any actual and necessary expenses incurred in connection with their participation in the advisory workgroup, in an amount not to exceed one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) for each inclusive college program. (e) To the extent practicable, the center shall leverage resources from the National Center for Information and Technical Support for Postsecondary Students with Disabilities and the coordinating center described in Section 1140q(b) of Title 20 of the United States Code, pursuant to Section 1140q of Title 20 of the United States Code, for best practices, frameworks, and effective implementation of programs for students with disabilities, including long-term planning to increase inclusive college programs. (f) Beginning in the 2025–26 fiscal year, and annually thereafter, on or before March 1 each fiscal year, the center shall provide to the Governor, the Legislature, and the Department of Finance a report regarding the implementation of this section; relevant data, including, but not limited to, student activities and demographic information, to the extent feasible and meaningful to measure access, equity, and outcomes; and recommendations to expand evolving best practices. (g) For purposes of making the computations required by Section 8 of Article XVI of the California Constitution, the appropriations made by subdivision (b) shall be deemed to be “General Fund revenues appropriated for school districts,” as defined in subdivision (c) of Section 41202, for the fiscal year in which they are appropriated, and included within the “total allocations to school districts and community college districts from General Fund proceeds of taxes appropriated pursuant to Article XIII B,” as defined in subdivision (e) of Section 41202, for the fiscal year in which they are appropriated. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 8, Sec. 54. (AB 121) Effective June 27, 2025.)
  99. 66040.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Doctoral Programs in Education [66040 - 66040.7] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. )

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    The Legislature states that California is making an exception to the usual rule that only the University of California can independently award doctoral degrees in graduate education.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Doctoral Programs in Education [66040 - 66040.7] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. ) ## 66040. The Legislature finds and declares both of the following: (a) Since its adoption in 1960, the Master Plan for Higher Education has served the state exceedingly well, allowing California to create the largest and most distinguished higher education system in the nation. A key component of the Master Plan is the differentiation of mission and function, whereby doctoral and identified professional programs are limited to the University of California, with the provision that the California State University can provide doctoral education in joint doctoral degree programs with the University of California and independent California colleges and universities. This differentiation of function has allowed California to provide universal access to postsecondary education while preserving quality. (b) Because of the urgent need for well-prepared administrators to lead public school and community college reform efforts, the State of California is hereby making an exception to the differentiation of function in graduate education that assigns sole authority among the California public higher education segments to the University of California for awarding doctoral degrees independently. This exception to the Master Plan for Higher Education recognizes the urgency of meeting critical public school and community college leadership needs and the distinctive strengths and respective missions of the California State University and the University of California. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2006.)
  100. 66040.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Doctoral Programs in Education [66040 - 66040.7] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. )

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    California State University may award the Ed.D. degree, limited to education, and the degree must be delivered through partnerships with California schools and community colleges.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Doctoral Programs in Education [66040 - 66040.7] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. ) ## 66040.3. (a) Pursuant to Section 66040, and notwithstanding Section 66010.4, in order to meet specific educational leadership needs in the California public schools and community colleges, the California State University is authorized to award the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree as defined in this section. The authority to award degrees granted by this article is limited to the discipline of education. The Doctor of Education degree offered by the California State University shall be distinguished from doctoral degree programs at the University of California. (b) The Doctor of Education degree offered by the California State University shall be focused on preparing administrative leaders for California public elementary and secondary schools and community colleges and on the knowledge and skills needed by administrators to be effective leaders in California public schools and community colleges. The Doctor of Education degree offered by the California State University shall be offered through partnerships through which the California public elementary and secondary schools and community colleges shall participate substantively in program design, candidate recruitment and admissions, teaching, and program assessment and evaluation. This degree shall enable professionals to earn the degree while working full time. (c) Nothing in this article shall be construed to limit or preclude the California Postsecondary Education Commission from exercising its authority under Chapter 11 (commencing with Section 66900) to review, evaluate, and make recommendations relating to, any and all programs established under this article. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2006.)
  101. 66040.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Doctoral Programs in Education [66040 - 66040.7] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. )

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    California State University must fund these doctoral programs within specified budget and enrollment limits, charge students no more than the stated comparison rate, and use existing budgets for any startup funding.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Doctoral Programs in Education [66040 - 66040.7] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. ) ## 66040.5. With regard to funding the degree programs authorized in Section 66040.3, the California State University shall follow all of the following requirements: (a) Funding on a per full-time equivalent student (FTES) basis for each new student in these degree programs shall be funded from within the California State University’s enrollment growth levels as agreed to in the annual Budget Act. Enrollments in these programs shall not alter the California State University’s ratio of graduate instruction to total enrollment, and shall not come at the expense of enrollment growth in university undergraduate programs. Funding provided from the state for each FTES shall be at the agreed-upon marginal cost calculation that the California State University receives. (b) Each student in the programs authorized by this article shall be charged fees no higher than the rate charged for students in state-supported doctoral degree programs in education at the University of California, including joint Ed.D. programs of the California State University and the University of California. (c) The California State University shall provide any startup funding needed for the programs authorized by this article from within existing budgets for academic programs support, without diminishing the quality of program support offered to California State University undergraduate programs. Funding of these programs shall not result in reduced undergraduate enrollments at the California State University. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2006.)
  102. 66040.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Doctoral Programs in Education [66040 - 66040.7] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. )

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    The California State University, the Department of Finance, and the Legislative Analyst’s Office must jointly conduct a statewide evaluation of the new doctoral programs in education.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Doctoral Programs in Education [66040 - 66040.7] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 269, Sec. 1. ) ## 66040.7. The California State University, the Department of Finance, and the Legislative Analyst’s Office shall jointly conduct a statewide evaluation of the new programs implemented under this article. The evaluation required by this section shall consider all of the following: (a) The number of new doctoral programs in education implemented, including information identifying the number of new programs, applicants, admissions, enrollments, degree recipients, time-to-degree, attrition, and public school and community college program partners. (b) The extent to which the programs established under this article are fulfilling identified state needs for training in educational leadership, including statewide supply and demand data that considers capacity at the University of California and in California’s independent colleges and universities. (c) Information on the place of employment of students and the subsequent job placement of graduates. (d) Any available evidence on the effects that the graduates of the programs are having on elementary and secondary school and community college reform efforts and on student achievement. (e) Program costs and the fund sources that were used to finance these programs, including a calculation of cost per degree awarded. (f) The costs of the programs to students, the amount of financial aid offered, and student debt levels of graduates of the programs. (g) The extent to which the programs established under this article are in compliance with the requirements of this article. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 728, Sec. 36. (SB 71) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  103. 66041.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.6. Doctoral Programs in Audiology [66041 - 66041.1] ( Article 4.6 added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 267, Sec. 1. )

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    California State University may award the Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree, but only for audiology and subject to the stated conditions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.6. Doctoral Programs in Audiology [66041 - 66041.1] ( Article 4.6 added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 267, Sec. 1. ) ## 66041. (a) The Legislature finds and declares both of the following: (1) Since its adoption in 1960, the Master Plan for Higher Education has served to create the largest and most distinguished higher education system in the nation. A key component of the Master Plan for Higher Education is the differentiation of mission and function, whereby doctoral and identified professional programs are limited to the University of California, with the provision that the California State University can provide doctoral education in joint doctoral programs with the University of California and independent California colleges and universities. The differentiation of function has allowed California to provide universal access to postsecondary education while preserving quality. (2) Because of the need to prepare and educate increased numbers of audiologists, the State of California is granting the California State University authority to offer the Doctor of Audiology degree as an exception to the differentiation of function in graduate education that assigns sole authority among the California higher education segments to the University of California for awarding doctoral degrees independently. This exception to the Master Plan for Higher Education recognizes the distinctive strengths and respective missions of the California State University and the University of California. (b) Pursuant to subdivision (a), and notwithstanding Section 66010.4, in order to meet specific audiology education needs in California, the California State University may award the Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree. The authority to award degrees granted by this article is limited to the discipline of audiology. The Au.D. degree offered by the California State University shall be distinguished from doctoral degree programs at the University of California. (Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 267, Sec. 1. (AB 2317) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  104. 66041.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.6. Doctoral Programs in Audiology [66041 - 66041.1] ( Article 4.6 added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 267, Sec. 1. )

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    The California State University must follow specific rules when implementing its audiology doctoral programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.6. Doctoral Programs in Audiology [66041 - 66041.1] ( Article 4.6 added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 267, Sec. 1. ) ## 66041.1. In implementing Section 66041, the California State University shall comply with all of the following requirements: (a) Enrollments in these programs shall not diminish enrollment growth in university undergraduate programs. (b) The Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree offered by the California State University shall be focused on preparing audiologists to provide health care services and shall be consistent with the standards for accreditation set forth by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology. (c) Each student in the programs authorized by this article shall be charged fees no higher than the rate charged for students in state-supported doctoral degree programs in audiology at the University of California, including joint Au.D. programs of the California State University and the University of California. (d) The California State University shall provide any startup and operation funding needed for the programs authorized by this article from within existing budgets for academic programs support, without diminishing the quality of program support offered to California State University undergraduate programs. Funding of these programs shall not result in reduced undergraduate enrollments at the California State University. (Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 267, Sec. 1. (AB 2317) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  105. 66042.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.7. Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy [66042 - 66042.3] ( Article 4.7 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 425, Sec. 1. )

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    The California State University may award the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, but only for physical therapy and subject to the stated exception rules.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.7. Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy [66042 - 66042.3] ( Article 4.7 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 425, Sec. 1. ) ## 66042. (a) The Legislature finds and declares both of the following: (1) Since its adoption in 1960, the Master Plan for Higher Education has served to create the largest and most distinguished higher education system in the nation. A key component of the Master Plan for Higher Education is the differentiation of mission and function, whereby doctoral and identified professional programs are limited to the University of California, with the provision that the California State University can provide doctoral education in joint doctoral programs with the University of California and independent California colleges and universities. The differentiation of function has allowed California to provide universal access to postsecondary education while preserving quality. (2) Because of the need to prepare and educate increased numbers of physical therapists, the State of California is granting the California State University authority to offer the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree as an exception to the differentiation of function in graduate education that assigns sole authority among the California higher education segments to the University of California for awarding doctoral degrees independently. This exception to the Master Plan for Higher Education recognizes the distinctive strengths and respective missions of the California State University and the University of California. (b) Pursuant to subdivision (a), and notwithstanding Section 66010.4, in order to meet specific physical therapy education needs in California, the California State University may award the Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) degree. The authority to award degrees granted by this article is limited to the discipline of physical therapy. The Doctor of Physical Therapy degree offered by the California State University shall be distinguished from doctoral degree programs at the University of California. (Added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 425, Sec. 1. (AB 2382) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  106. 66042.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.7. Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy [66042 - 66042.3] ( Article 4.7 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 425, Sec. 1. )

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    California State University must meet funding, fee, enrollment, and program-quality requirements when implementing the physical therapy doctoral programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.7. Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy [66042 - 66042.3] ( Article 4.7 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 425, Sec. 1. ) ## 66042.1. In implementing Section 66042, the California State University shall comply with all of the following requirements: (a) Funding on a per full-time equivalent student (FTES) basis for each new student in these degree programs shall be from within the California State University’s enrollment growth levels as agreed to in the annual Budget Act. Enrollments in these programs shall not alter the California State University’s ratio of graduate instruction to total enrollment, and shall not diminish enrollment growth in university undergraduate programs. Funding provided from the state for each FTES shall be at the agreed-upon marginal cost calculation that the California State University receives. (b) The Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) degree offered by the California State University shall be focused on preparing physical therapists to provide health care services, and shall be consistent with meeting the requirements of the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). (c) Nothing in this article shall be construed to limit or preclude the California Postsecondary Education Commission from exercising its authority under Chapter 11 (commencing with Section 66900) to review, evaluate, and make recommendations relating to any and all programs established under this article. (d) Each student in the programs authorized by this article shall be charged fees no higher than the rate charged for students in state-supported doctoral degree programs in physical therapy at the University of California, including joint D.P.T. programs of the California State University and the University of California. (e) The California State University shall provide any startup funding needed for the programs authorized by this article from within existing budgets for academic programs support, without diminishing the quality of program support offered to California State University undergraduate programs. Funding of these programs shall not result in reduced undergraduate enrollments at the California State University. (Added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 425, Sec. 1. (AB 2382) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  107. 66042.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.7. Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy [66042 - 66042.3] ( Article 4.7 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 425, Sec. 1. )

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    This section requires CSU, the Department of Finance, and the Legislative Analyst’s Office to jointly evaluate the new doctoral physical therapy programs and report the results in writing to the Legislature and Governor by January 1, 2015.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.7. Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy [66042 - 66042.3] ( Article 4.7 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 425, Sec. 1. ) ## 66042.3. (a) The California State University, the Department of Finance, and the Legislative Analyst’s Office shall jointly conduct a statewide evaluation of the new programs implemented under this article. The results of the evaluation shall be reported, in writing, to the Legislature and the Governor on or before January 1, 2015. The evaluation required by this section shall consider all of the following: (1) The number of new doctoral programs in physical therapy implemented, including information identifying the number of new programs, applicants, admissions, enrollments, and degree recipients. (2) The extent to which the programs established under this article are fulfilling identified needs for physical therapists, including statewide supply and demand data that considers capacity at the University of California and in California’s independent colleges and universities. (3) Information on the place of employment of students and the subsequent job placement of graduates. (4) Program costs and the fund sources that were used to finance these programs, including a calculation of cost per degree awarded. (5) The costs of the programs to students, the amount of financial aid offered, and student debt levels of graduates of the programs. (6) The extent to which the programs established under this article are in compliance with the requirements of this article. (b) (1) A report to be submitted pursuant to subdivision (a) shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (2) Pursuant to Section 10231.5 of the Government Code, this section is repealed on January 1, 2019. (Added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 425, Sec. 1. (AB 2382) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  108. 66043.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.8. Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program [66043 - 66043.1] ( Article 4.8 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 183, Sec. 1. )

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    California State University may establish Occupational Therapy Doctorate degree programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.8. Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program [66043 - 66043.1] ( Article 4.8 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 183, Sec. 1. ) ## 66043. (a) The Legislature finds and declares both of the following: (1) Since its adoption in 1960, the Master Plan for Higher Education has served to create the largest and most distinguished higher education system in the nation. A key component of the Master Plan for Higher Education is the differentiation of mission and function, whereby doctoral and identified professional programs are limited to the University of California, with the provision that the California State University can provide doctoral education in joint doctoral programs with the University of California and independent California colleges and universities. The differentiation of function has allowed California to provide universal access to postsecondary education while preserving quality. (2) Because of the need to prepare and educate increased numbers of occupational therapists, the state is granting the California State University authority to offer the Occupational Therapy Doctorate degree as an exception to the differentiation of function in graduate education that assigns sole authority among the California higher education segments to the University of California for awarding doctoral degrees independently. This exception to the Master Plan for Higher Education recognizes the distinctive strengths and respective missions of the California State University and the University of California. (b) Pursuant to subdivision (a), and notwithstanding Section 66010.4, in order to meet specific occupational therapy education needs in the state, the California State University may establish Occupational Therapy Doctorate degree programs. (c) The authority to establish degree programs granted by this article shall be limited to the discipline of occupational therapy. (d) The Occupational Therapy Doctorate degree programs offered by the California State University shall be distinguished from doctoral degree programs at the University of California. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 183, Sec. 1. (AB 829) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  109. 66043.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.8. Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program [66043 - 66043.1] ( Article 4.8 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 183, Sec. 1. )

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    California State University must ensure its Occupational Therapy Doctorate programs focus on preparing occupational therapists for health care services and meet accreditation standards, and it must fund needed startup and operating costs from existing budgets.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.8. Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program [66043 - 66043.1] ( Article 4.8 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 183, Sec. 1. ) ## 66043.1. (a) The Occupational Therapy Doctorate degree programs offered by the California State University shall be focused on preparing occupational therapists to provide health care services and shall be consistent with the standards for accreditation set forth by the appropriate accrediting body. (b) The California State University shall provide any startup and operation funding needed for the degree programs authorized by this article from within existing budgets for academic program support, without diminishing the quality of program support offered to California State University undergraduate programs. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 183, Sec. 1. (AB 829) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  110. 66044.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.9. Doctoral Programs in Public Health [66044 - 66044.1] ( Article 4.9 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 936, Sec. 1. )

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    California State University may award the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.9. Doctoral Programs in Public Health [66044 - 66044.1] ( Article 4.9 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 936, Sec. 1. ) ## 66044. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (1) Since its adoption in 1960, the Master Plan for Higher Education has served to create the largest and most distinguished higher education system in the nation. A key component of the Master Plan for Higher Education is the differentiation of mission and function of each public higher education sector to increase access and educational opportunity for Californians. The Master Plan has a provision that allows the California State University to offer doctoral education in joint doctoral programs with the University of California and independent California colleges and universities. (2) More recently, the California State University has received legislative authority to offer independent professional doctoral degrees in areas where there is an identified workforce or accreditation need that may not be fulfilled through existing education opportunities in California. (3) Because of the need to prepare and educate increased numbers of public health leaders and administrators, the State of California is granting the California State University authority to offer the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree as an exception to the differentiation of function in graduate education that assigns sole authority among the California higher education segments to the University of California for awarding doctoral degrees independently. This exception to the Master Plan for Higher Education recognizes the distinctive strengths and respective missions of the California State University and the University of California. (b) Pursuant to subdivision (a), and notwithstanding Section 66010.4, in order to meet specific public health leadership needs in California, the California State University may award the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree. The authority to award degrees granted by this article is limited to the discipline of public health. The Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree offered by the California State University shall be distinguished from doctoral degree programs in public health at the University of California. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 936, Sec. 1. (SB 684) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  111. 66044.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.9. Doctoral Programs in Public Health [66044 - 66044.1] ( Article 4.9 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 936, Sec. 1. )

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    California State University must follow specific rules when implementing DrPH programs, including limits on enrollment impact, fee levels, funding sources, and undergraduate program support.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.9. Doctoral Programs in Public Health [66044 - 66044.1] ( Article 4.9 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 936, Sec. 1. ) ## 66044.1. In implementing Section 66044, the California State University shall comply with all of the following requirements: (a) Enrollments in the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree programs offered by the California State University pursuant to this article shall not diminish enrollment growth in university undergraduate programs. (b) The degree programs authorized by this article shall be focused on health and scientific knowledge translation and transformative community leadership, and shall be designed to address the community public health workforce needs of California and prepare qualified professionals to be leaders and experienced practitioners who apply their advanced knowledge in service to California’s diverse communities in areas such as community health administration, health education and promotion, and public health advocacy. These degree programs shall enable professionals to earn the degree while working full time. (c) Each student in the degree programs authorized by this article shall be charged fees comparable to, but not higher than, those fees charged for the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree at the University of California. (d) The California State University shall provide any startup and operation funding needed for the degree programs authorized by this article from within existing budgets for academic program support without diminishing the quality of program support offered to California State University undergraduate programs. Funding of these degree programs shall not result in reduced undergraduate enrollment at the California State University. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 936, Sec. 1. (SB 684) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  112. 66046.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.92. Doctoral Programs [66046 - 66046.3] ( Article 4.92 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 663, Sec. 1. )

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    This provision defines several terms used in this article, including “Chancellor,” “CSU,” “President,” “Trustees,” and “UC.”

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.92. Doctoral Programs [66046 - 66046.3] ( Article 4.92 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 663, Sec. 1. ) ## 66046. As used in this article, the following definitions apply: (a) “Chancellor” means the Chancellor of the CSU. (b) “Chancellor’s office” means the office of the chancellor. (c) “CSU” means the California State University. (d) “President” means the President of the UC. (e) “President’s office” means the office of the president. (f) “Proposed doctoral program” means a proposed doctoral degree program at the CSU pursuant to this article. (g) “Trustees” means the Trustees of the CSU. (h) “UC” means the University of California. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 663, Sec. 1. (AB 656) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  113. 66046.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.92. Doctoral Programs [66046 - 66046.3] ( Article 4.92 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 663, Sec. 1. )

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    CSU may award certain statewide doctoral degrees, but it must follow limits on duplication, enrollment, fees, and funding.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.92. Doctoral Programs [66046 - 66046.3] ( Article 4.92 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 663, Sec. 1. ) ## 66046.1. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (1) Since its adoption in 1960, the Master Plan for Higher Education has served to create the largest and most distinguished higher education system in the nation. A key component of the Master Plan for Higher Education is the differentiation of mission and function of each public higher education sector to increase access and educational opportunity for Californians. The Master Plan has a provision that allows the CSU to offer doctoral education in joint doctoral programs with the UC and independent California colleges and universities. (2) More recently, the CSU has received legislative authority to offer independent professional or applied doctoral degrees in areas where there is an identified workforce or accreditation need that may not be fulfilled through existing education opportunities in California. (3) The State of California is granting the CSU authority to offer professional or applied doctoral degrees statewide that do not duplicate UC doctoral degrees as an exception to the differentiation of function in graduate education that assigns sole authority among the California higher education segments to UC for awarding doctoral degrees independently. This exception to the Master Plan for Higher Education recognizes the distinctive strengths and respective missions of the CSU and the UC. (b) Consistent with subdivision (a), and notwithstanding Section 66010.4, the CSU, in consultation with the president’s office, may award professional or applied doctoral degrees statewide that do not duplicate UC doctoral degrees. In implementing this article, the CSU shall comply with all of the following requirements: (1) Enrollment in CSU professional or applied doctoral degree programs established pursuant to this article shall not diminish enrollment in CSU undergraduate programs. (2) CSU professional or applied doctoral degree programs established pursuant to this article shall not duplicate UC doctoral degree programs that are offered or under review by the UC. A professional or applied doctoral degree program established pursuant to this article shall be distinguished from doctoral degree programs offered by the UC. (3) The CSU shall establish fees for professional or applied doctoral degree programs established pursuant to this article that shall be comparable to, but no higher than, those fees charged for UC doctoral degree programs. (4) The CSU shall provide any startup and operational funding needed for professional or applied doctoral degree programs established pursuant to this article from within existing budgets for academic program support without diminishing the quality of program support offered for CSU undergraduate programs. Funding of professional or applied doctoral degree programs established pursuant to this article shall not result in reduced CSU undergraduate enrollment. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 663, Sec. 1. (AB 656) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  114. 66046.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.92. Doctoral Programs [66046 - 66046.3] ( Article 4.92 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 663, Sec. 1. )

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    The Legislative Analyst’s Office must evaluate certain doctoral degree programs and submit a report to the Legislature and Governor by December 31, 2028.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.92. Doctoral Programs [66046 - 66046.3] ( Article 4.92 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 663, Sec. 1. ) ## 66046.3. (a) The Legislative Analyst’s Office shall conduct a statewide evaluation of the doctoral degree programs authorized pursuant to this article. (b) On or before December 31, 2028, the Legislative Analyst’s Office shall submit a report, pursuant to Section 9795 of the Government Code, to the Legislature and the Governor on the results of the evaluation. (c) (1) The evaluation and report shall include, but are not limited to, all of the following information on the doctoral degree programs authorized pursuant to this article: (A) The number of CSU campuses that proposed doctoral degree programs. (B) The types of doctoral degree programs proposed by CSU campuses. (C) The number of doctoral degree programs approved by the trustees. (D) The number of doctoral degree programs implemented. (E) The number of doctoral degree program proposals that received objections from UC, what the objections were, and how the objections were resolved. (F) Enrollment and completion information on implemented doctoral degree programs. (G) The impact of expanded doctoral degrees at the CSU pursuant to this article on the accessibility, quality, and affordability of higher education in California. (2) The report described in paragraph (1) shall include information on the impact of expanded professional doctoral education at CSU on the accessibility, quality, and affordability of higher education in California. (d) Pursuant to Section 10231.5 of the Government Code, this section shall become inoperative on December 31, 2030, and as of January 1, 2031, is repealed. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 663, Sec. 1. (AB 656) Effective January 1, 2024. Inoperative December 31, 2030, by its own provisions. Repealed as of January 1, 2031, by its own provisions.)
  115. 66050.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Quality Undergraduate Education [66050 - 66053] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10. )

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    California public higher education institutions are intended to provide an undergraduate experience that builds communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, ethical judgment, lifelong learning, and civic knowledge.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Quality Undergraduate Education [66050 - 66053] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10. ) ## 66050. It is the intent of the Legislature that public institutions of higher education in California shall provide a collegiate experience which gives each student the skills of communication and problem solving, the ideas and principles underlying the major areas of modern knowledge, the ability to consider ethical issues thoughtfully, the understanding that learning is a continuous lifelong process, and the knowledge of democracy necessary for good citizenship. The Legislature further intends that an undergraduate education prepare students to think critically and independently, and to have the flexibility to adapt to changing economic and social conditions, new workforce needs, and demands of a multicultural society. It is also the intent of the Legislature that the segments of higher education recognize that quality teaching is the core ingredient of the undergraduate educational experience. The segments of higher education are encouraged to improve the quality of undergraduate education as a central priority of California’s public colleges and universities. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10.)
  116. 66051.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Quality Undergraduate Education [66050 - 66053] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10. )

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    The Legislature intends for segmental governing boards to affirm that teaching quality oversight is as important as other governance duties, and for governing boards to proactively protect and advance general education in undergraduate curricula.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Quality Undergraduate Education [66050 - 66053] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10. ) ## 66051. It is the intent of the Legislature that each segmental governing board shall affirm that the oversight of teaching quality is as important a governance issue as its other management and administrative responsibilities. It is further the intent of the Legislature that governing boards shall be proactive in protecting and advancing general education within the undergraduate curriculum. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10.)
  117. 66052.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Quality Undergraduate Education [66050 - 66053] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10. )

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    The section states a legislative intent to improve teaching quality in higher education and to require teaching to be a key factor in faculty evaluation.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Quality Undergraduate Education [66050 - 66053] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10. ) ## 66052. (a) The Legislature finds and declares that there is a need to encourage policies that enhance the quality of teaching within the segments of higher education. (b) It is the intent of the Legislature that the University of California adopt and enforce policies and procedures which ensure that quality teaching is an essential criterion, along with research, in the evaluation of faculty for appointment, retention, promotion, and tenure. It is also the intent of the Legislature that the California State University and the governing board of each community college district adopt and enforce policies and procedures that ensure that teaching is given primacy in the evaluation of faculty for appointment, retention, promotion, and tenure. (c) It is further the intent of the Legislature that the governing board of each public institution of higher education ensure that teaching is an essential criterion in the review of tenured faculty members. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10.)
  118. 66053.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Quality Undergraduate Education [66050 - 66053] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10. )

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    The section states the Legislature’s intent that UC, CSU, and community college governing boards adopt policies to help ensure new faculty can teach effectively and have instructional resources to improve teaching.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Quality Undergraduate Education [66050 - 66053] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10. ) ## 66053. It is the intent of the Legislature that the Regents of the University of California, the Trustees of the California State University, and community college governing boards adopt policies and procedures to ensure that new faculty are competent in classroom teaching and that instructional resources are made available for faculty to enhance their teaching. The Legislature further encourages the University of California, the California State University, and the California Community Colleges to establish appropriate incentives for improving teaching. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 10.)
  119. 66055.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Nursing Programs [66055 - 66055.9] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1093, Sec. 2. )

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    The Chancellor of the California Community Colleges must take several nursing-program actions by specified deadlines.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Nursing Programs [66055 - 66055.9] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1093, Sec. 2. ) ## 66055. Not later than September 1, 2005, the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall do all of the following: (a) Encourage community college districts to standardize all nursing program prerequisites on a statewide basis. (b) Encourage community college districts to negotiate and implement articulation agreements with the campuses of the California State University to which they send a significant number of nursing students. (c) Implement the recommendations of the Intersegmental Major Preparation Articulated Curriculum (IMPAC) project not later than September 1, 2004. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1093, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  120. 66055.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Nursing Programs [66055 - 66055.9] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1093, Sec. 2. )

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    The Chancellor of the California State University must standardize nursing program prerequisites, require certain campuses to negotiate and implement articulation agreements, and implement IMPAC recommendations by the stated deadlines.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Nursing Programs [66055 - 66055.9] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1093, Sec. 2. ) ## 66055.5. Not later than September 1, 2005, the Chancellor of the California State University shall do all of the following: (a) Standardize all nursing education program prerequisites for the various campuses of the California State University on a systemwide basis. (b) Require the campuses of the university that maintain nursing education programs to negotiate and implement articulation agreements with community college districts from which they receive a significant number of nursing students. (c) Implement the recommendations of the Intersegmental Major Preparation Articulated Curriculum (IMPAC) project not later than September 1, 2004. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1093, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  121. 66055.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Nursing Programs [66055 - 66055.9] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1093, Sec. 2. )

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    A California State University or California Community Colleges campus running a registered nursing program may not require certain admitted students with a prior bachelor’s or higher degree to take extra coursework beyond what is uniquely required for the nursing degree.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Nursing Programs [66055 - 66055.9] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1093, Sec. 2. ) ## 66055.8. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a campus of the California State University or the California Community Colleges that operates a registered nursing program shall not require a student who has been admitted to that registered nursing program and who has already earned a baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education to undertake any coursework other than the coursework that is unique and exclusively required to earn a nursing degree from that institution. (Amended by Stats. 2008, Ch. 175, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2009.)
  122. 66055.9.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Nursing Programs [66055 - 66055.9] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1093, Sec. 2. )

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    An accredited registered nursing program may require a prospective student to provide criminal record clearance before enrollment.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Nursing Programs [66055 - 66055.9] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1093, Sec. 2. ) ## 66055.9. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any college, university, or other entity that operates an accredited registered nursing program may require any prospective student to provide criminal record clearance within the meaning of Section 1265.5 of the Health and Safety Code prior to enrollment. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 522, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  123. 66057.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5.7. Year-Round Academic Programs [66057- 66057.] ( Article 5.7 added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 383, Sec. 1. )

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    The California State University must submit an annual summer enrollment report to the Legislature by January 10, and UC/CSU summer session fees may not exceed other academic-term per-credit fees if the state offsets related revenue losses.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5.7. Year-Round Academic Programs [66057- 66057.] ( Article 5.7 added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 383, Sec. 1. ) ## 66057. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (1) The future economic vitality of California will depend on the state’s ability to educate its citizens and to help them develop the work and social skills needed to compete with workers of other nations and states in our global economy. (2) Ensuring that California’s colleges and universities can accommodate a tidal wave of new students, as well as enable those from diverse backgrounds to achieve success in their college careers, will require a variety of strategies. (3) The Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) has reported that most campuses of the University of California, the California State University, and the California Community Colleges will soon exceed their current capacities. (4) The LAO has identified year-round operation as a cost-efficient strategy to address future enrollment growth, by avoiding capital expenditure for instructional space, such as classrooms, class laboratories, study space in libraries, and other selected student support service facilities. (5) Year-round operation also increases student access to high demand campuses, and allows students to accelerate their progress to degrees. (6) (A) It is the intent of the Legislature that the University of California and the California State University accommodate enrollment growth by maximizing the utilization of existing instructional facilities during the summer term before building new classrooms and teaching laboratories. It is further the intent of the Legislature that the University of California and the California State University make requests for capital outlay funding for space for classrooms and class laboratories justified using legislatively approved utilization standards and a reasonable assumption of summer-term enrollment. (B) Accordingly, the University of California is requested to base its annual five-year capital outlay plan on the utilization of instructional facilities during the summer, assuming summer-term enrollment of at least 40 percent of the average fall, winter, and spring enrollment. (C) The California State University is requested to base its annual five-year capital outlay plan on utilization of instructional facilities during the summer, assuming summer-term enrollment of at least 25 percent and 40 percent of the fall, winter, spring enrollment at rural and urban campuses, respectively. (b) Summer session fees at all campuses of the University of California and the California State University shall not exceed the fees charged per credit unit for any other academic term, if the state provides funding to offset any revenue losses that may occur due to the difference between the state university fee and fees charged for self-supporting academic programs. (c) In recognition of the differing circumstances on the various campuses throughout the state, the University of California and the California State University shall retain the flexibility to implement year-round operation differently on individual campuses. (d) On or before January 10 of each year, the University of California is requested to, and the California State University shall, submit to the Legislature a report describing summer enrollment for their respective systems. The report shall include all of the following information separately for each campus in the system: (1) The number of state-funded headcount students enrolled during the summer term of the preceding calendar year and, for comparison purposes, the year-average number of state-funded headcount students enrolled during the preceding fall, winter, and spring terms. (2) The number of state-funded full-time equivalent students enrolled during the summer term of the preceding calendar year and, for comparison purposes, the number of year-average state-funded full-time equivalent students enrolled during the preceding fall, winter, and spring terms. (3) Efforts undertaken to increase summer enrollment. (Amended by Stats. 2009, Ch. 386, Sec. 7. (AB 1182) Effective January 1, 2010.)
  124. 66060.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Campus Child Care and Development Programs [66060 - 66062] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 31. )

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    Higher educational institutions may run child development programs on or near campus, and the Superintendent of Public Instruction must set governing rules.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Campus Child Care and Development Programs [66060 - 66062] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 31. ) ## 66060. (a) Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, higher educational institutions may establish and maintain child development programs on or near their respective campuses. Those higher educational institutions under contract with the State Department of Education for child care and development services pursuant to this chapter or Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 8200) of Part 6 are subject to the rules and regulations adopted by the Superintendent of Public Instruction. (b) Children of students of each campus operating a child development program shall have first priority for service in that program, in accordance with the priorities established in subdivision (b) of Section 8263. (c) The higher educational institutions may institutionalize child development programs on their respective campuses for the purpose of incorporating child development programs into the missions and functions of the respective campuses. (d) The Superintendent of Public Instruction, in cooperation with higher educational institutions, shall establish rules and regulations governing programs operated pursuant to this section. (e) It is the intention of the Legislature that a consortium composed of higher educational institutions be established by the institutions to improve communication and cooperation and to advise and assist the Superintendent of Public Instruction in the development of rules and regulations and policies and procedures affecting child care and development programs. The Superintendent of Public Instruction, in cooperation with the consortium, shall be responsible for ongoing communication with and dissemination of information to all campus child care and development agencies under contract with the State Department of Education. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 31. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  125. 66061.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Campus Child Care and Development Programs [66060 - 66062] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 31. )

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    A covered child development program is encouraged to give priority to children of single parents who meet institution-set income criteria.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Campus Child Care and Development Programs [66060 - 66062] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 31. ) ## 66061. A child development program established by the California Community Colleges, the California State University, or the University of California pursuant to Section 66060 is encouraged to give priority to children of students who are single parents and who meet income criteria as established by the institution. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 265, Sec. 1. (AB 809) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  126. 66062.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Campus Child Care and Development Programs [66060 - 66062] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 31. )

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    Certain campus child development centers and preschools must give students with dependent children referrals to the campus Basic Needs Center and the campus financial aid office.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Campus Child Care and Development Programs [66060 - 66062] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 31. ) ## 66062. A child development center or preschool established pursuant to Section 66060 by the California Community Colleges and the California State University shall, and a child development center or preschool established pursuant to Section 66060 by the University of California is requested to, provide students with dependent children seeking childcare with both of the following: (a) Referral to the campus Basic Needs Center established pursuant to Section 66023.4 or 66023.5 for support accessing information, including, but not limited to, information and connections to local resource and referral agencies in order to obtain support in applying for state and federal childcare subsidies and programs and finding local childcare providers. (b) Referral to the campus’ financial aid office, including information on the awards for students with dependent children established pursuant to Article 9 (commencing with Section 69465) of Chapter 1.7 of Part 42. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 600, Sec. 4. (SB 271) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  127. 66070.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Higher Education Assessment Act of 1990 [66070 - 66072] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 32. )

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    The Legislature states that higher educational institutions should aim to give students communication and problem-solving skills, broad knowledge, critical thinking, lifelong learning, and democratic knowledge, and it encourages effective assessment methods based on positive reinforcement, incentives, and cooperation.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Higher Education Assessment Act of 1990 [66070 - 66072] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 32. ) ## 66070. The Legislature finds and declares both of the following: (a) The primary goal of every higher educational institution should be to provide a collegiate experience that gives each student the skills of communication and problemsolving, the ideas and principles underlying the major areas of modern knowledge, the ability to consider critical issues thoughtfully, the understanding that learning is a continuous lifelong process, and the knowledge of democracy necessary for good citizenship. (b) To improve performance, educational institutions are encouraged to use effective assessment mechanisms based on positive reinforcement, incentives, and cooperation. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 538, Sec. 130. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  128. 66071.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Higher Education Assessment Act of 1990 [66070 - 66072] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 32. )

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    Institutions of higher education are urged to create assessment mechanisms through program review and improvement, and assessment programs should focus on campus-based, faculty-centered, student-responsive activities.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Higher Education Assessment Act of 1990 [66070 - 66072] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 32. ) ## 66071. In enacting this article, it is the intent of the Legislature to urge the continued development and implementation of assessment processes whereby institutions of higher education establish mechanisms, through program review and improvement, for the assessment of their performance in attempting to improve student learning and comprehension and achieving the expressed state policy goals for higher education of quality, educational equity, employee diversity, student transfer, and student retention. The primary purposes of assessment shall be to improve teaching and learning as well as academic advising. Assessment programs shall be focused on activities that are campus-based, faculty-centered, and student-responsive. Faculty, students, and academic administrators are encouraged to work together in developing assessment programs. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 32. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  129. 66072.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Higher Education Assessment Act of 1990 [66070 - 66072] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 32. )

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    The Legislature states its intent to monitor the performance of the University of California, the California State University, and the community colleges in several areas.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Higher Education Assessment Act of 1990 [66070 - 66072] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 32. ) ## 66072. It is the intent of the Legislature to monitor the performance of the University of California, the California State University, and the community colleges in the following areas: (a) Diversification of student bodies. (b) Improved student transfer rates. (c) Improved student retention rates. (d) Diversification of faculty, nonfaculty academic staff, and administrative positions. (e) As a part of program review, enhanced student learning, as demonstrated through mechanisms designed to explore improvements in knowledge, skills, and abilities. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 32. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  130. 66076.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7.5. Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions [66076 - 66076.4] ( Article 7.5 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. )

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    This article is known as the Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7.5. Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions [66076 - 66076.4] ( Article 7.5 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. ) ## 66076. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. (SB 1348) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  131. 66076.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7.5. Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions [66076 - 66076.4] ( Article 7.5 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. )

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    This section defines several terms used in the article on California Black-Serving Institutions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7.5. Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions [66076 - 66076.4] ( Article 7.5 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. ) ## 66076.1. As used in this article, the following definitions apply: (a) “Applicant” means an eligible college or university that applies for a designation pursuant to this article. (b) “College or university” means a University of California, California State University, or California Community Colleges campus, or an independent institution of higher education. (c) “Governing board” means the governing board established pursuant to this article. (d) “Managing entity” means the California State University Statewide Central Office for the Advancement of Black Excellence described in this article. (e) “Normal time” means the time it would take a full-time student to complete the requirements for a degree or certificate offered by a college or university. (f) “Recipient” means a college or university that receives a designation pursuant to this article. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. (SB 1348) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  132. 66076.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7.5. Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions [66076 - 66076.4] ( Article 7.5 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. )

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    This section creates the California Black-Serving Institutions designation and sets application, eligibility, award, and renewal rules for colleges and universities.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7.5. Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions [66076 - 66076.4] ( Article 7.5 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. ) ## 66076.2. (a) The Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions is hereby established to recognize colleges and universities that excel at providing academic resources to Black and African American students enrolled in degree or certificate programs offered by colleges and universities. This designation shall only be awarded to qualifying applicants by a two-thirds vote of approval by the governing board members who are present for the vote. (b) An initial designation awarded pursuant to this article shall be valid for five academic years. Thereafter, a recipient may submit an application for renewal. A renewal designation awarded pursuant to this article shall be valid for five years. (c) An applicant is eligible for designation pursuant to this article if the applicant meets all of the following requirements: (1) Has at least 10 percent of the college’s or university’s enrolled student population identifying as Black and African American students, or has at least 1,500 Black and African American students enrolled at the college or university. (2) Submits an initial or renewal application, as applicable, to the managing entity on or before the applicable application deadline established by the managing entity pursuant to Section 66076.3. (3) Meets either of the following, as applicable: (A) Submits an initial application that complies with subdivision (d). (B) Submits a renewal application that complies with subdivision (e). (4) Posts the initial or renewal application submitted pursuant to subparagraph (A) or (B) of paragraph (3), as applicable, on the applicant’s internet website. (d) An initial application shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (1) A certification, in writing, by the chief administrative officer of the college or university, of the applicant’s commitment to address Black and African American student success that is consistent with the applicant’s mission. (2) Academic goals for the applicant to achieve within the five-year period in which the initial designation awarded pursuant to this article shall be valid. The goals described in this paragraph shall improve retention, time-to-degree or time-to-certificate completion, and graduation rates of Black and African American students based on the data submitted by the applicant pursuant to paragraph (5) or (6), as applicable, within the five-year period in which the initial designation shall be valid. (3) Academic equity goals for the applicant to achieve within the five-year period in which the initial designation awarded pursuant to this article shall be valid. The goals described in this paragraph shall reduce the academic equity gaps in the retention, time-to-degree or time-to-certificate completion, and graduation rates between the applicant’s Black and African American students and the overall student population based on data submitted by the applicant pursuant to paragraph (5) or (6), as applicable. (4) A strategic plan for the five-year period in which the initial designation awarded pursuant to this article shall be valid on how the applicant intends to meet the academic goals and academic equity goals submitted pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3). The strategic plan shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (A) A mission statement that addresses the applicant’s commitment to serve Black and African American students. (B) Outreach services to Black and African American students to encourage them to enroll at the college or university. (C) Academic and basic needs support services to assist in the academic success of Black and African American students. Support services described in this subparagraph may include campus affinity centers and corequisite coursework or concurrent support activities. (D) An outline of the planned allocation of resources during the five-year period in which the initial designation awarded pursuant to this article shall be valid, to ensure that the strategic plan described in this paragraph can be implemented. (E) An outline of how the applicant will use existing resources to provide culturally-relevant professional development to the applicant’s faculty and staff. (5) A four-year college or university applicant shall submit, in its application, graduation rates for the previous three academic years for all students, and for Black and African American students, within the normal time and up to 150 percent of the normal time to degree completion, yield, retention, and graduation rate. (6) A community college applicant shall submit, in its application, all of the following for the previous three academic years: (A) The number of degree and certificate programs completed by all students, and by Black and African American students. (B) The number of all students, and of Black and African American students, who completed degree and certificate programs within normal time and up to 300 percent of normal time to degree completion, yield, retention, and graduation rate. (C) The student transfer rates for all students, and for Black and African American students, to four-year colleges and universities. (7) A description of campus resources to promote a campus of equity and inclusion for Black and African American students. (e) A renewal application shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (1) Either of the following, as applicable: (A) An applicant seeking renewal upon expiration of an initial designation awarded pursuant to this article shall resubmit the application it submitted to receive that initial designation. (B) An applicant seeking renewal upon expiration of a renewal designation awarded pursuant this article shall resubmit the application it submitted to receive that previous renewal designation. (2) Demonstration of the applicant’s progress to achieve the academic goals and academic equity goals provided in the application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (3) Demonstration of the applicant’s progress to implement the strategic plan provided in the application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (4) Any changes made by the applicant to either of the following items provided in the application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1): (A) The mission statement in the strategic plan that addresses the applicant’s commitment to serve Black and African American students. (B) The description of campus resources to promote a campus of equity and inclusion for Black and African American students. (5) A certification, in writing, by the chief administrative officer of the college or university, of the applicant’s continual commitment to address Black and African American student success that is consistent with the applicant’s mission. (6) Academic goals for the applicant to achieve within the five-year period in which the renewal designation shall be valid. The goals described in this paragraph shall improve retention, time-to-degree or time-to-certificate completion, and graduation rates of Black and African American students based on the data submitted by the applicant pursuant to paragraph (9) or (10), as applicable, within the five-year period in which the renewal designation shall be valid. (7) Academic equity goals for the applicant to achieve within the five-year period in which the renewal designation shall be valid. The goals described in this paragraph shall reduce the academic equity gaps in the retention, time-to-degree or time-to-certificate completion, and graduation rates between the applicant’s Black and African American students and the overall student population based on data submitted by the applicant pursuant to paragraph (9) or (10), as applicable. (8) A strategic plan for the five-year period in which the renewal designation shall be valid on how the applicant intends to meet the academic goals and academic equity goals submitted pursuant to paragraphs (6) and (7). The strategic plan shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (A) Outreach services to Black and African American students to encourage them to enroll at the college or university. (B) Academic and basic needs support services to assist in the academic success of Black and African American students. Support services described in this subparagraph may include campus affinity centers and corequisite coursework or concurrent support activities. (C) An outline of the planned allocation of resources for the five-year period in which the renewal designation shall be valid, to ensure that the strategic plan described in this paragraph can be implemented. (D) An outline of how the applicant will use existing resources to provide culturally-relevant professional development to the applicant’s faculty and staff. (9) A four-year college or university applicant shall submit, in its application, graduation rates for the previous five academic years for all students, and for Black and African American students, within the normal time and up to 150 percent of normal time to degree completion, yield, retention, and graduation rate. (10) A community college campus shall submit, in its application, all of the following for the previous five academic years: (A) The number of degree and certificate programs completed by all students, and by Black and African American students. (B) The number of all students, and of Black and African American students, who completed degree and certificate programs within normal time and up to 300 percent of normal time to degree completion yield, retention, and graduation rate. (C) The student transfer rates for all students, and for Black and African American students, to four-year colleges and universities. (f) (1) If an applicant’s renewal application is denied by the governing board, the applicant may only submit an application to receive an initial designation pursuant to this article. (2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1), an applicant described in paragraph (1) may submit an application for a renewal designation following the award of a subsequent initial designation by the governing board pursuant to this article. (g) An applicant is encouraged to inform and consult with the academic senate of the college or university on the applicant’s initial and renewal applications prepared pursuant to this article. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 67, Sec. 61. (AB 1170) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  133. 66076.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7.5. Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions [66076 - 66076.4] ( Article 7.5 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. )

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    The managing entity for California Black-Serving Institution designations must run the application process, set two deadlines each year, send applications to the governing board, notify applicants of the decision, and provide an insignia to approved applicants.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7.5. Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions [66076 - 66076.4] ( Article 7.5 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. ) ## 66076.3. The California State University Statewide Central Office for the Advancement of Black Excellence is hereby designated as the managing entity for initial and renewal designations pursuant to this article. The managing entity shall act as a neutral administrative body. The managing entity shall have all of the following duties: (a) Developing application processes that contain the requirements described in Section 66076.2 for applicants. (b) Accepting initial and renewal applications from applicants. The managing entity shall set two application deadlines each year on dates determined by the managing entity. (c) Processing and presenting each application received to the governing board twice each year on dates determined by the governing board. (d) Upon the governing board’s approval or denial of an applicant’s application, informing the applicant on this outcome. (e) Preparing and delivering to an applicant approved by the governing board to receive a designation pursuant to this article, an appropriate insignia recognizing this designation. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. (SB 1348) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  134. 66076.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7.5. Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions [66076 - 66076.4] ( Article 7.5 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. )

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    This section establishes the governing board for the California Black-Serving Institutions designation program and requires it to meet, decide applications, and use a two-thirds approval vote.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7.5. Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions [66076 - 66076.4] ( Article 7.5 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. ) ## 66076.4. (a) The governing board of the Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions is hereby established. The purpose of the governing board is to award colleges and universities with designations pursuant to this article based on applications presented by the managing entity pursuant to Section 66074.3. (b) (1) The governing board shall be composed of all of the following eight members: (A) The Lieutenant Governor, or the Lieutenant Governor’s designee. (B) One member of the public, to be appointed by the Speaker of the Assembly. (C) One member of the public, to be appointed by the President pro Tempore of the Senate. (D) A designee of the President of the University of California. (E) A designee of the Chancellor of the California State University. (F) A designee of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges. (G) A designee of the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities. (H) The chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus, or the chair’s designee. (2) Any designee described in paragraph (1) shall be qualified to make decisions on behalf of that appointed position. (3) A member of the public appointed pursuant to paragraph (1) by either the Speaker of the Assembly or the President pro Tempore of the Senate shall serve a two-year term. (4) It is the intent of the Legislature that in appointing members of the public pursuant to paragraph (1), the appointing authority shall make every effort to ensure that the membership of the governing board includes persons who have a strong interest in the further development and improvement of the academic success of Black and African American students. (c) For purposes of the first two years of the governing board’s operations, the chair of the governing board shall be the Lieutenant Governor or the Lieutenant Governor’s designee. The governing board shall select each subsequent chairman from within its membership by a vote of two-thirds of the governing board’s voting members. (d) The governing board shall complete both of the following actions: (1) Convene twice a year to vote on the approval or denial of applications. (2) Approve or deny each application presented by the managing entity pursuant to Section 66074.3. (e) All decisions made by the governing board shall require a two-thirds vote of approval by the governing board members who are present for the vote. (f) The governing board shall be subject to the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act (Article 9 (commencing with Section 11120) of Chapter 1 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code). (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 627, Sec. 2. (SB 1348) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  135. 66080.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 8. English Proficiency in Higher Education [66080 - 66083] ( Heading of Article 8 renumbered from Article 7 (as added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2) by Stats. 2015, Ch. 303, Sec. 112. )

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    This section gives the article its short title: the “English Proficiency in Higher Education Act.”

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 8. English Proficiency in Higher Education [66080 - 66083] ( Heading of Article 8 renumbered from Article 7 (as added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2) by Stats. 2015, Ch. 303, Sec. 112. ) ## 66080. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the “English Proficiency in Higher Education Act.” (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  136. 66081.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 8. English Proficiency in Higher Education [66080 - 66083] ( Heading of Article 8 renumbered from Article 7 (as added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2) by Stats. 2015, Ch. 303, Sec. 112. )

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    This section defines “instructional faculty” for this article.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 8. English Proficiency in Higher Education [66080 - 66083] ( Heading of Article 8 renumbered from Article 7 (as added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2) by Stats. 2015, Ch. 303, Sec. 112. ) ## 66081. “Instructional faculty,” for purposes of this article, means every member of an institution of public higher education, other than visiting faculty, but including graduate teaching assistants, who teach one or more undergraduate credit courses at a campus of that institution within this state except courses that are designed to be taught predominantly in a world language, and elective, special arrangement courses, such as individualized instruction and independent study courses. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 865, Sec. 29. (AB 2319) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  137. 66082.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 8. English Proficiency in Higher Education [66080 - 66083] ( Heading of Article 8 renumbered from Article 7 (as added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2) by Stats. 2015, Ch. 303, Sec. 112. )

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    Public higher education institutions must evaluate instructional faculty for English proficiency and set their own evaluation method; where most students speak English, faculty who cannot show oral or written proficiency must improve those skills.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 8. English Proficiency in Higher Education [66080 - 66083] ( Heading of Article 8 renumbered from Article 7 (as added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2) by Stats. 2015, Ch. 303, Sec. 112. ) ## 66082. (a) Each institution of public higher education shall evaluate its instructional faculty for oral and written proficiency in the English language in the classroom. In an institution where a majority of the students speak English, if a member of the instructional faculty is unable to demonstrate proficiency in oral or written communication, he or she shall be required to improve oral and written communication skills through courses, workshops, or programs specifically designed for this purpose. (b) Each institution shall determine its own method or process of evaluating the language proficiency of its faculty. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  138. 66083.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 8. English Proficiency in Higher Education [66080 - 66083] ( Heading of Article 8 renumbered from Article 7 (as added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2) by Stats. 2015, Ch. 303, Sec. 112. )

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    This article does not apply to the California Community Colleges.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 8. English Proficiency in Higher Education [66080 - 66083] ( Heading of Article 8 renumbered from Article 7 (as added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2) by Stats. 2015, Ch. 303, Sec. 112. ) ## 66083. This article does not apply to the California Community Colleges. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 200, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  139. 66085.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Standards and Guidelines for a Curriculum in Gerontology and Geriatrics in Higher Education [66085- 66085.] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 541, Sec. 11. )

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    The Legislature asks certain California higher education governing bodies to develop curriculum standards and guidelines on aging, and says this article does not require extra coursework.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Standards and Guidelines for a Curriculum in Gerontology and Geriatrics in Higher Education [66085- 66085.] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 541, Sec. 11. ) ## 66085. The Legislature requests that the Trustees of the California State University, the Regents of the University of California, and the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges, in consultation with the California Council on Gerontology and Geriatrics and other qualified groups or individuals, develop standards and guidelines, based on standards developed by the Association for Gerontology in Higher Education, for the biological, social, and psychological aspects of aging for professional degree programs at the associate, bachelor, and graduate levels, including those programs in gerontology, nursing, social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, professional clinical counseling, and the rehabilitation therapies. Nothing in this article shall be construed to require any additional coursework requirements for professional degree programs. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 381, Sec. 19. (SB 146) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  140. 66090.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 10. University Energy Efficiency Partnership [66090- 66090.] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 597, Sec. 2. )

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    This section defines key terms and requires California State University to consider aligning greenhouse gas reduction goals with the partnership and the state. A university participating in the expanded partnership must report annual greenhouse gas emissions reductions to each relevant energy utility by a mutually agreed date.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 10. University Energy Efficiency Partnership [66090- 66090.] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 597, Sec. 2. ) ## 66090. (a) For purposes of this section, the following terms have the following meanings: (1) “Investor-owned energy utilities” means the state’s three largest electrical corporations, as defined in Section 218 of the Public Utilities Code, and each gas corporation, as defined in Section 222 of the Public Utilities Code, of the state. (2) “Local publicly owned energy utility” means a local publicly owned electric utility, as defined in Section 224.3 of the Public Utilities Code, or a local publicly owned gas utility. (3) “Partnership” means the statewide institutional partnership between the California State University, the University of California, and investor-owned energy utilities. (4) “University” means the University of California and the California State University. (b) The Regents of the University of California are requested to, and the California State University shall, consider aligning their greenhouse gas reduction goals with those of the partnership and the state by doing all of the following: (1) Expanding participation in the partnership to include the university facilities served by local publicly owned energy utilities that choose to participate, and seeking the assistance of the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission in requesting the participation of those local publicly owned energy utilities. (2) Evaluating activities that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency based upon adherence to the Public Utilities Commission’s energy efficiency and savings protocols, if applicable, including, but not limited to, deep energy efficiency and eligible renewable energy resources, subject to applicable funding. (3) Wherever feasible, utilizing whole-building, or whole-campus, meter-based verification. (4) Developing an administrative framework that can be utilized by the partnership, to the extent allowable by the funding source, to allocate any future funding from the state or other sources for energy projects or projects for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. (c) This section does not affect the eligibility of a university to receive resources from federal, state, and local government, or from public utilities or other sources through the partnership, and to leverage those resources. (d) Funds associated with an investor-owned energy utility shall be used in compliance with Public Utilities Commission requirements at the university facilities within the service territory of the investor-owned energy utility. (e) As a condition to participation in the expanded partnership, a university shall report to each investor-owned energy utility or local publicly owned energy utility the annual reduction in emissions of greenhouse gases from the expanded partnership at all university facilities within that utility’s service territory, by a mutually agreed upon date. (Added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 597, Sec. 2. (AB 1150) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  141. 66093.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Access to Higher Education for Every Student [66093 - 66093.4] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 488, Sec. 1. )

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    The section states legislative findings about protecting access to higher education regardless of immigration status and expresses intent to enact policies for safe, welcoming campuses.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Access to Higher Education for Every Student [66093 - 66093.4] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 488, Sec. 1. ) ## 66093. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (1) California’s colleges and universities have traditionally been beacons of free thought that challenge students in a peaceful, safe environment. Its institutions of higher education have always been of great pride to the State of California. (2) With great risks presented by changes to immigration policies and enforcement at the federal level, it is more important than ever to work to protect the students, faculty, staff, and the public, and ensure that, regardless of their immigration status, they can continue to take advantage of the education to which they are entitled, and are free from intimidation or loss of access to resources and programs that other students enjoy. (3) It is imperative that California put necessary protections in place, and show it will take the necessary steps to ensure that the state’s students, faculty, staff, and the public have every opportunity to continue their education without fear or undue risk. (4) In doing so, California reaffirms the principles that the attainment of education for the betterment of the individual and the community is paramount, regardless of one’s immigration status. It is in the country’s best interests, as a nation of immigrants, which has benefited greatly from immigrants of all walks and backgrounds, to ensure that those who pursue educational and academic growth may further contribute to the productivity of this great state and nation. (b) Therefore, it is the intent of the Legislature to enact legislation to enact the policies set forth in Section 66093.3 to ensure that California’s public and private institutions of higher education strive to foster a campus community that is safe, welcoming for all, and provides access to services and supports for all students, faculty, and staff regardless of their immigration status. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 488, Sec. 1. (AB 21) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  142. 66093.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Access to Higher Education for Every Student [66093 - 66093.4] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 488, Sec. 1. )

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    The Trustees of the California State University must protect certain undocumented students from losing a nonresident tuition exemption because of immigration enforcement, provide access to financial aid and academic resources, and adopt a systemwide policy on grades, withdrawal, and reenrollment. The Regents of the University of California are requested to do the same.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Access to Higher Education for Every Student [66093 - 66093.4] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 488, Sec. 1. ) ## 66093.2. (a) For purposes of this section, “institution” means a California State University or a University of California campus. (b) The Trustees of the California State University shall, and the Regents of the University of California are requested to, in addition to complying with subdivision (j) of Section 66093.3, do all of the following: (1) If an undocumented student is subject to immigration enforcement activity, ensure that the undocumented student’s inability to satisfy the student’s academic requirements at the institution due to immigration enforcement activity does not affect the student’s qualification for the exemption from paying nonresident tuition pursuant to Section 68130.5, provided the student meets the requirements described in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 68130.5. (2) Ensure that staff and the designated Dreamer Resource Liaison at the institution assist undocumented students in accessing all financial aid and academic resources available to undocumented students. (3) Adopt a systemwide policy addressing course grades, administrative withdrawal, and reenrollment for undocumented students who are unable to attend their courses by the final drop date due to immigration enforcement activity. The systemwide policy shall include a timeframe during which a student withdrawn for nonattendance is reenrolled and retains the same academic status they held before their withdrawal, upon submitting written confirmation of their intent to return to the institution. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 668, Sec. 1. (SB 307) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  143. 66093.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Access to Higher Education for Every Student [66093 - 66093.4] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 488, Sec. 1. )

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    The University of California may provide services, benefits, and other assistance to enrolled students who meet program eligibility requirements.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. General Provisions [66010 - 66093.4] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Access to Higher Education for Every Student [66093 - 66093.4] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 488, Sec. 1. ) ## 66093.4. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature to affirm the ability of the University of California to provide services, benefits, and assistance to all students enrolled at the University of California. (b) The University of California may provide services, benefits, and any other form of assistance aimed at furthering a student’s educational success to all of its enrolled students who meet the eligibility requirements for any such program the University, or its campuses, establishes. (c) The Legislature finds and declares that this section is a state law within the meaning of subdivision (d) of Section 1621 of Title 8 of the United States Code. (Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 426, Sec. 29. (AB 1840) Effective September 17, 2018.)
  144. 66100.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Capital Outlay Fund [66100 - 66103] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Creates a State Treasury fund for public higher education capital outlay and makes its money available for legislatively appropriated capital outlay spending.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Capital Outlay Fund [66100 - 66103] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66100. A fund in the State Treasury is hereby created, to be known as the Capital Outlay Fund for Public Higher Education. All money in the Capital Outlay Fund for Public Higher Education, including any money deposited in said fund from any source whatsoever after the effective date of this chapter, shall be available, when appropriated by the Legislature, for expenditure for capital outlay purposes relating to public higher education including, but not limited to, acquisition of sites and construction of new institutions of public higher education thereon. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  145. 66103.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Capital Outlay Fund [66100 - 66103] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Director of Finance must invest excess fund money in specified securities and credit all income back to the fund.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Capital Outlay Fund [66100 - 66103] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66103. The Director of Finance shall cause all moneys in the fund which are in excess of current requirements to be invested and reinvested from time to time in securities described in Section 16430 of the Government Code, and such securities may be sold or exchanged if in his opinion such sale or exchange is in the best interests of the state in effectuating the purposes of this chapter. All income derived from such investment, reinvestment, sale, or exchange shall be credited to the fund. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  146. 66150.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Student-Imposed Athletics Fees [66150 - 66152] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 724, Sec. 28. )

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    This section defines “student body organization” and “student-imposed athletics fee” for this chapter.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Student-Imposed Athletics Fees [66150 - 66152] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 724, Sec. 28. ) ## 66150. The following definitions govern the construction of this chapter: (a) “Student body organization” means an entity formed or operating pursuant to Section 89300 or a student body organization that is established at a campus of the University of California. (b) “Student-imposed athletics fee” means a fee proposed by the governing body of a student body organization, and imposed or increased pursuant to approval by a vote of a majority of the registered students voting in an election at a campus, branch, or location of the California State University or the University of California, for the purposes of supporting intercollegiate athletics programs at that institution. (Added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 724, Sec. 28. (AB 1610) Effective October 19, 2010.)
  147. 66152.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Student-Imposed Athletics Fees [66150 - 66152] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 724, Sec. 28. )

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    The Trustees of the California State University must not use student-imposed athletics fees collected from registered students for unapproved purposes, and must refund each fee-paying student a pro rata share of any collected amount not allocated for approved purposes at the end of each academic year.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Student-Imposed Athletics Fees [66150 - 66152] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 724, Sec. 28. ) ## 66152. (a) The Trustees of the California State University shall not, and the Regents of the University of California are requested not to, allocate any student-imposed athletics fees that are collected from registered students for purposes of supporting intercollegiate athletics programs for any purpose that is not in amounts that are not approved pursuant to the election approving the fees. (b) At the end of each academic year, the Trustees of the California State University shall, and the Regents of the University of California are requested to, refund to each feepaying student a pro rata share of any portion of the student-imposed athletics fee that is collected and is not allocated for the approved purposes during that academic year. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 296, Sec. 71. (AB 1023) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  148. 66201.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    California higher education policy says residents with the capacity and motivation to benefit from higher education should have the opportunity to enroll, and enrolled students should be able to continue while they meet academic standards and institutional requirements.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66201. It is the intent of the Legislature that each resident of California who has the capacity and motivation to benefit from higher education should have the opportunity to enroll in an institution of higher education. Once enrolled, each individual should have the opportunity to continue as long and as far as his or her capacity and motivation, as indicated by academic performance and commitment to educational advancement, will lead him or her to meet academic standards and institutional requirements. The Legislature hereby reaffirms the commitment of the State of California to provide an appropriate place in California public higher education for every student who is willing and able to benefit from attendance. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 11.)
  149. 66201.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Legislature states that the University of California and the California State University should aim for an undergraduate mix of 40% lower-division students and 60% upper-division students.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66201.5. It is the intent of the Legislature that both the University of California and the California State University shall seek to maintain an undergraduate student population composed of a ratio of lower division to upper division students of 40 to 60 percent. Consistent with Section 66201, it is the intent of the Legislature that the University of California and the California State University reach and maintain this goal by instituting programs and policies that seek to increase the number of transfer students rather than by denying places to eligible freshmen applicants. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 12.)
  150. 66201.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    UC and CSU campuses must have a process for full-time undergraduate students to request a deferral of enrollment for up to one academic year.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66201.7. The Regents of the University of California are requested to, and the Trustees of the California State University shall, require each campus in their respective systems to develop a process through which a student admitted to full-time undergraduate status may apply to defer his or her enrollment for up to one academic year. The decision as to whether to grant the deferral of the enrollment may be made, at the discretion of the affected university, on a case-by-case basis. (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 355, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  151. 66202.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The University of California and California State University boards must set transfer admissions policy to favor certain eligible transfer students, especially historically underrepresented or economically disadvantaged students, and align those policies with applicable state and federal law.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66202. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that the following categories be followed, insofar as practicable in the following numerical order, for the purpose of enrollment planning and admission priority practice at the undergraduate resident student level for the California State University and the University of California: (1) Continuing undergraduate students in good standing. (2) California Community College transfer students who have successfully concluded a course of study in an approved transfer agreement program. (3) Other California Community College students who have met all of the requirements for transfer. As stated in legislative findings, the transfer function plays a key role in meeting the state’s goals of educational equity. Therefore, the Board of Regents of the University of California and the Board of Trustees of the California State University shall declare as policy for this paragraph and paragraph (2) of this subdivision that students who are eligible to transfer and who are from historically underrepresented groups or economically disadvantaged families shall be given preference, to the fullest extent possible under state and federal law, statutes, and regulations, in transfer admissions decisions, and shall design policies in conformity with state and federal statutes and regulations intended to facilitate their success in achieving transfer. (4) Other qualified transfer students. (5) California residents entering at the freshman or sophomore levels. (b) It is further the intent of the Legislature that within each of the preceding enrollment categories, the following groups of applicants receive priority consideration in admissions practice in the following order: (1) Residents of California who are recently released veterans of the armed forces of the United States. (2) Transfers from California public community colleges. (3) Applicants who have been previously enrolled at the campus to which they are applying, provided they left this institution in good standing. (4) Applicants who have a degree or credential objective that is not generally offered at other public institutions of higher learning within California. (5) Applicants for whom the distance involved in attending another institution would create financial or other hardships. (c) It is further the intent of the Legislature that those veterans referred to in paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) who were enrolled in good standing at a campus of the University of California or at one of the California State Universities prior to military service receive priority over other veterans recently released from military service. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1188, Sec. 2.)
  152. 66202.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    California’s public university systems are to plan and provide enough space and resources to accommodate eligible freshmen and transfer students, including rules for impacted majors.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66202.5. The State of California reaffirms its historic commitment to ensure adequate resources to support enrollment growth, within the systemwide academic and individual campus plans to accommodate eligible California freshmen applicants and eligible California Community College transfer students, as specified in Sections 66202 and 66730. The University of California and the California State University are expected to plan that adequate spaces are available to accommodate all California resident students who are eligible and likely to apply to attend an appropriate place within the system. The State of California likewise reaffirms its historic commitment to ensure that resources are provided to make this expansion possible, and shall commit resources to ensure that students from enrollment categories designated in subdivision (a) of Section 66202 are accommodated in a place within the system. In addition, transfer students from paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 66202, shall be accommodated at the campus or major of choice specified in the redirection agreement, the approved transfer program or written agreements, unless these majors have been declared “impacted.” For impacted majors, students shall be given the opportunity to have access to the major when spaces become available, and new freshmen shall be admitted to the major in a controlled manner to ensure that all transfer students described in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 66202 have an equitable chance of being accommodated. It is the intent of the Legislature to fund programs designed to accomplish the purposes of this subdivision through appropriations made in the Budget Act to the public institutions of higher education, and the annual Budget shall contain appropriations necessary to accommodate all students from all of the categories designated in subdivision (a) of Section 66202. The segments may, in implementing these enrollment plans and admissions practice priorities, consider the overall needs of students in maintaining a balanced program and a quality curriculum, and are expected to consider the state’s goals of educational equity and racial and ethnic diversity of students and faculty in the planning and management of their admissions practices. It is further the intent of the Legislature that campus enrollment planning processes provide for the equitable treatment of the following: (1) all eligible entering freshmen; (2) continuing students in good standing; and (3) eligible community college transfer students with regard to accommodation in majors. (Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 758, Sec. 34. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  153. 66203.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The California State University and the University of California must keep records of applicants denied admission and use an information system to track certain qualified applicants and redirected applicants.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66203. The California State University and the University of California shall keep a record of the applicants denied admission and develop and utilize an information collection system which indicates the number of qualified applicants who could not be accommodated at their campus of first choice and were redirected to campuses of alternate choice and the number of qualified redirected applicants who declined an offer of admission to an alternate campus. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 143, Sec. 49.)
  154. 66204.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Superintendent of Public Instruction must help school districts give public high school pupils access to college-preparatory coursework, and public elementary and secondary schools may not steer pupils away from college-prep programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66204. (a) The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall assist all school districts to ensure that all public high school pupils have access to a core curriculum that meets the admission requirements of the University of California and the California State University. The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall advise school districts that maintain high schools about the importance of making readily available to each high school pupil the current list of courses offered by the school attended by that pupil that are certified by the University of California as meeting admissions requirements. It is the intent of the Legislature that each public high school shall provide the full precollegiate program, provide adequate course sections in precollegiate programs to accommodate all its pupils, and regularly counsel pupils to enter those programs and courses. There shall be no policy or practice in any public elementary or secondary school of directing, especially for cultural or linguistic reasons, any pupil in kindergarten or any of the grades 1 to 12, inclusive, away from choosing programs that prepare that pupil academically for college. (b) The University of California is requested to assist each school district that maintains a high school in order to ensure all of the following: (1) School districts understand the process by which courses are submitted to the University of California to be reviewed and certified as meeting admission requirement criteria. (2) School districts have an internal process for developing courses and submitting courses for review and certification by the University of California in order to meet admission requirement criteria. (3) School districts maintain accurate lists of courses that are currently offered by the high schools and are certified by the University of California as meeting admission requirement criteria. (4) Updated lists described in paragraph (3) are readily made available by the school districts to each high school pupil and a copy of that list is annually provided to each high school pupil. (c) It is the intent of the Legislature that the public and independent institutions of higher education participate in programs that assist those in elementary and secondary education in meeting their responsibilities in preparing students for college. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 320, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  155. 66205.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The governing boards should make UC and CSU admissions processes fair and easy to understand, consider ways to admit otherwise eligible students with course deficiencies, and consult broadly with California’s diverse communities.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66205. (a) In determining the standards and criteria for undergraduate and graduate admissions to the University of California and the California State University, it is the intent of the Legislature that the governing boards do all of the following: (1) Develop processes which strive to be fair and are easily understandable. (2) Consider the use of criteria and procedures that allow students to enroll who are otherwise fully eligible and admissible but who have course deficiencies due to circumstances beyond their control, and, when appropriate, provide that the admission requires the student to make up the deficiency. (3) Consult broadly with California’s diverse ethnic and cultural communities. (b) It is the intent of the Legislature that the University of California and the California State University, pursuant to Section 66201.5, seek to enroll a student body that meets high academic standards and reflects the cultural, racial, geographic, economic, and social diversity of California. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1198, Sec. 14.)
  156. 66205.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section directs the California State University to start work on admissions-related academic standards and approval processes, and requires the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges to post the standards online.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66205.5. (a) The California State University shall, and the University of California is requested to, on or after October 1, 2025, begin work on all of the following: (1) (A) Establishing a model uniform set of academic standards for high school courses and college-level coursework taken for credit at a California public college or university by pupils simultaneously enrolled in high school, including career technical education courses pursuant to subdivision (i) of Section 51220, for the purposes of recognition for admission to the California State University and to the University of California, respectively. In developing the model academic standards, the faculty of the postsecondary segments may work in consultation with administrators and faculty from schools maintaining kindergarten or any of grades 1 to 12, inclusive. Participating schools that maintain kindergarten or any of grades 1 to 12, inclusive, shall consult with an advisory group that shall include, but need not be limited to, representatives from all of the following: (i) The University of California and the California State University. (ii) Business and industry, related to career technical programs in kindergarten or any of grades 1 to 12, inclusive. (iii) Classroom teachers in career technical education. (iv) School administrators. (v) Parents. (B) It is the intent of the Legislature that the model academic standards provide clarity as to their applicability to a given course to ensure suitability for electronic transmission of coursework to and between California’s public education systems and CaliforniaColleges.edu. (C) It is the intent of the Legislature that high school pupils and individuals enrolled in adult education programs who are also enrolled in transfer-level community college courses for which they receive credit have those courses recognized for admissions purposes by the California State University and University of California. (2) Developing and implementing a speedy process whereby high schools may obtain approval of their courses to satisfy specified admissions requirements of the California State University and the University of California, respectively, by January 1, 2006. The approval process shall, by August 1 of each school year, notify applying schools whether the application for approval has been approved or denied. (3) Developing a simple procedure to evaluate a career technical education course submitted by a high school that identifies it as a duplicate of a course offered by another high school that is approved by and satisfies the admissions criteria of the California State University or the University of California. The procedure shall ensure that a duplicated course shall be approved as satisfying the admissions criteria of the California State University or the University of California, respectively, to the same extent as the original course if the review determines that the course successfully duplicates the content and requirements of the original course. If a course is not approved as a duplicate, the California State University or the University of California shall inform the applicant high school of the reasons why the course was not approved and shall provide the applicant with a specific list of requirements that the course must meet in order to be approved as a duplicate. In the event an applicant high school, whose course was not approved as a duplicate, revises the course and resubmits its application, the California State University or the University of California shall respond as expeditiously as possible so that if the course meets the necessary requirements for approval it may be offered in the next fall term. (4) Taking into consideration any previous work completed or policies adopted regarding matters related to paragraphs (1) to (3), inclusive, by the California State University or the University of California, respectively. (5) Developing guidelines for high school computer science courses that may be approved for the purposes of recognition for admission, as provided in paragraph (1). For computer science courses determined to satisfy mathematics subject area requirements, the University of California is encouraged to ensure that these courses build upon fundamental mathematics content provided in courses that satisfy the requirements of subdivision (b). (6) Posting on its internet website the model uniform set of academic standards for the purpose of recognition for admission to the California State University and the University of California developed pursuant to paragraph (1). (b) It is the intent of the Legislature that the academic standards for a high school course, adopted pursuant to and for purposes outlined in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a), are aligned with the standards developed pursuant to Section 60605.8. (c) The office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall post on its internet website the model uniform set of academic standards for college-level coursework taken for credit at a California public college or university for the purposes of recognition for admission to the California State University and the University of California developed pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (a). (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 745, Sec. 2. (SB 148) Effective October 13, 2025.)
  157. 66205.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Regents are requested to establish and maintain an institute for curriculum integration, and the University of California President determines industry-sector priorities for it.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66205.6. (a) Subject to availability of funds in the annual Budget Act, the availability of federal or private funds, or any combination thereof, the Regents of the University of California are requested to establish and maintain the University of California Curriculum Integration Institute (UCCII) to be administered by the President of the University of California. The Institute shall accomplish all of the following: (1) Facilitate statewide collaboration and innovation among secondary level teachers, faculty, and instructors from various disciplines from the University of California, the California State University, the California Community Colleges, private higher education institutions, and statewide career technical education associations in providing California pupils career-oriented, integrated academic and technical education content in a manner that provides pupils with opportunities to experience the application of subject matter content within high-priority industry sectors among those identified in the California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards as adopted by the state board. (2) Develop, disseminate, and promote career-oriented, integrated academic and technical education courses that meet course requirements for admission to the University of California and the California State University, and align with high-priority industry sectors among those identified in the California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards as adopted by the state board. (b) For purposes of subdivision (a), the President of the University of California shall determine the priority among the industry sectors in consultation with, but not limited to, educators, industry leaders, representatives of organized labor, and appropriate state entities. (c) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Regents of the University of California are requested to establish procedures and forms to administer the institute only if the regents, by resolution, make these provisions applicable. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 631, Sec. 2. (SB 611) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  158. 66205.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The California State University and the University of California are requested to carry out listed responsibilities, including offering expertise and developing two online resources by July 1, 2011.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66205.7. The California State University and the University of California are requested to carry out all of the following responsibilities: (a) If the department or another state agency develops a model career technical education curriculum that integrates academic and technical knowledge and skills, designate qualified representatives to offer their expertise in the development and establishment of that curriculum. This model curriculum shall incorporate provisions of the curriculum developed pursuant to subdivision (i) of Section 51220, as appropriate. (b) If a school district or other local educational agency with schools maintaining kindergarten or any of grades 1 to 12, inclusive, offers students an integrated model curriculum developed pursuant to subdivision (a), designate qualified representatives to offer their expertise to teachers and administrators in the delivery of that curriculum. School districts or other local educational agencies are also encouraged to seek the expertise of an advisory group that may include representatives from all of the following: (1) Business and industry, related to career technical programs in kindergarten and grades 1 to 12, inclusive. (2) Classroom teachers in career technical education. (3) School administrators. (4) The California State University and the University of California. (5) Parents. (c) On or before July 1, 2011, develop an online resource that lists the academic and technical courses offered at each of the 109 community colleges in this state that, when completed by high school students, satisfy one of the subject area requirements of the “a-g” admission requirements of the University of California, and link this information to the career technical education Web site pages created in accordance with Section 52499.66. (d) On or before July 1, 2011, develop an online resource that posts the existence and terms of agreements made between local high schools and individual university campuses that grant university credit or advanced standing to students who complete specified high school pathway programs to study, and link this information to the career technical education Web site pages created in accordance with Section 52499.66. (Added by Stats. 2008, Ch. 650, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2009.)
  159. 66205.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The California State University Trustees must create and implement a process for treating certain high school career technical education courses as meeting a general elective admission requirement, and may have to recognize all such courses if the process is not in place by January 1, 2014.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66205.8. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, on or before January 1, 2014, the Trustees of the California State University shall develop and implement a procedure for allowing a student to satisfy a general elective course requirement for purposes of admission to the California State University by completing a high school career technical education course that meets either of the following: (1) Criteria adopted pursuant to subdivision (b). (2) Model uniform academic standards for career technical education courses adopted pursuant to Section 66205.5. (b) (1) The Trustees of the California State University, in consultation with the State Department of Education and in accordance with paragraph (2), shall adopt criteria for the purpose of recognizing career technical education courses adopted pursuant to subdivision (i) of Section 51220 that satisfy the completion of general elective course requirements for admission to the university. (2) (A) The criteria shall be based on the model curriculum standards established pursuant to Section 51226 and any additional criteria that faculty members of the California State University identify as necessary to prepare students for success in coursework unique to a specific major or educational program. (B) The criteria shall be developed by faculty members of the California State University and shall be subject to approval by the Academic Senate of the California State University. Upon approval, the academic senate shall recommend the criteria to the trustees. (C) In adopting the criteria, the trustees shall rely primarily on the recommendations and judgment of the academic senate. (c) The trustees shall adopt regulations, based on recommendations of the academic senate, that identify the majors and educational programs for which completion of a career technical education course that meets the criteria adopted pursuant to subdivision (b) satisfies a general elective course requirement. (d) The academic senate shall ensure that the criteria adopted pursuant to subdivision (b) are implemented consistently among all campuses of the university. (e) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, if, by January 1, 2014, the California State University has not developed a procedure for allowing a student to satisfy the completion of a general elective course requirement for the purposes of admission to the university that satisfies the requirements of subdivision (b), the Trustees of the California State University shall recognize the completion of all high school career technical education courses that meet the model curriculum standards established pursuant to Section 51226 as satisfying the completion of a general elective course requirement for the purposes of admission to the university. (f) The costs of activities necessary to implement this section shall be covered, to the extent permitted by federal law, by funds available pursuant to the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 2301 et seq.), or by other nonstate funds available for the purposes of this section. (Added by Stats. 2009, Ch. 168, Sec. 1. (SB 147) Effective January 1, 2010.)
  160. 66205.9.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    If the University of California or California State University has not adopted certain career technical education standards by July 1, 2008, the specified university bodies are to recognize qualifying courses, and standards adopted later must be made publicly available.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66205.9. (a) If, by July 1, 2008, the University of California has not adopted model uniform academic standards for career technical education courses, pursuant to Section 66205.5, that will satisfy the completion of a general elective course requirement for the purposes of admission to that university, the Regents of the University of California are requested to recognize the completion of all high school career technical education courses that meet the model curriculum standards established pursuant to Sections 51226 and 51226.1 as satisfying the completion of a general elective course requirement for the purposes of admission to that university. (b) If the Regents of the University of California adopt standards for career technical education courses pursuant to Section 66205.5, the University of California is requested to make those standards publicly available upon their adoption. (c) If, by July 1, 2008, the California State University has not adopted model uniform academic standards for career technical education courses, pursuant to Section 66205.5, that will satisfy the completion of a general elective course requirement for the purposes of admission to that university, the Trustees of the California State University shall recognize the completion of all high school career technical education courses that meet the model curriculum standards established pursuant to Sections 51226 and 51226.1 as satisfying the completion of a general elective course requirement for the purposes of admission to that university. (d) If the Trustees of the California State University adopt standards for career technical education courses pursuant to Section 66205.5, the California State University shall make those standards publicly available upon their adoption. (e) This section shall not apply to any career technical education courses that, as of January 1, 2007, are approved as satisfying the admissions requirements of the University of California or the California State University. (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 669, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  161. 66207.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Trustees of the California State University must disclose how they adjust an applicant’s grade point average when an applicant asks for it.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66207. The Regents of the University of California are requested to, and the Trustees of the California State University shall, upon the request of an applicant for admission, disclose information regarding the methodology used to adjust an applicant’s grade point average. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 627, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  162. 66207.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The University of California is requested to post an annual public report about students in its medical schools, including specified enrollment and applicant data, while protecting privacy.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66207.5. (a) (1) On or before December 1, 2026, and each December 1 thereafter, the University of California is requested to post, in a report on a publicly accessible internet website of the University of California, data on students enrolled in a University of California school of medicine. The data is requested to include, but not be limited to, the total number of all of the following: (A) Enrolled students. (B) First-generation students. (C) Federal Pell Grant recipients. (D) Multilingual students. The data described in this subparagraph shall be disaggregated by languages other than English that students speak, and shall highlight how many students speak languages that are underrepresented in California’s physician workforce. (E) Community college transfer students. (F) Students with membership in a California Indian tribe or federally recognized tribe. (2) The information posted in a report pursuant to paragraph (1) is requested to include all of the following information: (A) The total number of applicants to a University of California school of medicine. (B) Contextual data that the University of California deems relevant to the report. (C) A breakdown of both of the following: (i) Postsecondary educational institutions where students received their baccalaureate degrees. (ii) Sexual orientation and gender identity of students, if available. (b) The information posted in a report pursuant to subdivision (a) is requested to be disaggregated by campus. (c) The information posted in a report pursuant to subdivision (a) is requested to be for the academic year in which the report is due. (d) The information posted in a report pursuant to subdivision (a) is requested to be posted in compliance with the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1232g), and is requested to not include any personally identifiable information for any student. (e) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2035, and as of that date is repealed. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 819, Sec. 2. (AB 2080) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2035, by its own provisions.)
  163. 66208.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The California State University Trustees must require campuses to let qualifying students reenroll in their baccalaureate program after leaving, and CSU and UC may ignore time not enrolled when calculating graduation time.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66208. (a) (1) The Regents of the University of California are requested to, and the Trustees of the California State University shall, require each campus in their respective systems to grant students the right to reenroll in their baccalaureate degree program after withdrawing or stopping out, if the student was in good academic standing with the university. (2) The student may be required to pay any outstanding tuition and fees to be eligible for reenrollment under this section. (3) Nothing shall preclude the California State University and the University of California from adopting policies requiring a student to submit transcripts and proof of good academic standing if the student enrolled at another college or university after leaving the respective campus. (b) For purposes of calculating the student’s real graduation time under a graduation initiative, the California State University and the University of California may omit the semesters or years in which the student was not enrolled in any classes from the student’s time to graduation. (c) The California State University and the University of California are encouraged to begin outreach programs to students who left campus without completing their baccalaureate degree program, beginning with students closest to graduation. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 323, Sec. 1. (AB 1796) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  164. 66209.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section creates the CSU Direct Admission Program and sets duties for the chancellor, certain local educational agencies, the California College Guidance Initiative, and eligible pupils.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Admissions [66201 - 66209] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 66209. (a) The CSU Direct Admission Program is hereby established. (b) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “California College Guidance Initiative” means the initiative defined in Section 10861 and further authorized pursuant to Section 60900.5. (2) “Chancellor” means the Chancellor of the California State University. (3) “Local educational agency” means a school district, county office of education, or charter school. (4) “Program” means the CSU Direct Admission Program established pursuant to this section. (5) “University participant” means a campus of the California State University that is designated pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (c) to participate in the CSU Direct Admission Program. (c) (1) The chancellor shall designate one or more campuses of the California State University as university participants in the program. (2) It is the intent of the Legislature that the chancellor designate each campus of the California State University with available enrollment capacity to be a university participant. (d) (1) Upon the implementation of transcript-informed pupil accounts for pupils in grades 9 to 12, inclusive, on the CaliforniaColleges.edu platform, the reporting available on the platform shall be used to provide the data required to determine eligibility for the program. (2) A local educational agency that complies with paragraph (3) of subdivision (g) of Section 60900 and offers transcript-informed pupil accounts for pupils in grades 9 to 12, inclusive, on the CaliforniaColleges.edu platform, as specified in paragraph (3) of subdivision (f) of Section 60900, shall participate in the program. (3) Direct admission eligibility shall include, but not be limited to, the coursework completed by the end of grade 11. This shall include on-track completion of A–G courses and a qualifying A–G California State University grade point average. (4) All pupils in grade 12 who are enrolled in a participating local educational agency are hereby designated as applicants to the California State University for the purpose of making direct admissions offers. (e) On or before the opening of the fall semester priority application filing period of each year, the California College Guidance Initiative, on behalf of the California State University, shall transmit a letter of direct admission, under the chancellor’s signature, to each pupil enrolled in a participating local educational agency who satisfies the eligibility requirements described in paragraph (3) of subdivision (d) that notifies the pupil that they have been directly admitted. The letter shall describe the enrollment procedures the pupil needs to complete in order to successfully enroll. (f) Upon accepting an offer of admission to one of the university participants pursuant to this section, a pupil shall complete the necessary procedures to enroll at the university participant. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 421, Sec. 1. (SB 640) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  165. 66210.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.1. Emergency Evacuation Plans for Postsecondary Student Housing [66210- 66210.] ( Chapter 4.1 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 645, Sec. 1. )

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    State university and UC campuses must create emergency evacuation plans for student housing, using guidelines developed by the Office of Emergency Services.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.1. Emergency Evacuation Plans for Postsecondary Student Housing [66210- 66210.] ( Chapter 4.1 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 645, Sec. 1. ) ## 66210. (a) The Office of Emergency Services shall develop guidelines for campuses of the University of California and the California State University to use in developing emergency evacuation plans for all forms of student housing owned, operated, and offered by the university, both on campus and off campus. In developing the guidelines, the Office of Emergency Services shall consider Sections 3.09 and 3.13 of Title 19 of the California Code of Regulations. The guidelines shall address all of the following issues: (1) Plan content. The plans should include, but need not be limited to, the following: (A) Specific evacuation routes that recognize the needs of persons with special needs, such as persons with disabilities. (B) The designation of a meeting place or places upon evacuation. (C) The education of students and staff in emergency procedures. (2) The implementation and maintenance of the evacuation plan by the director of student housing, or other appropriate officer, at the individual campuses. The director, or other appropriate officer, is responsible for scheduling periodic tests of the plan and implementing changes as needed. (b) Each campus of the University of California and the California State University shall establish an emergency evacuation plan for its postsecondary student housing and may consult with the Office of Emergency Services for guidance in developing and establishing the plan. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 352, Sec. 75. (AB 1317) Effective September 26, 2013. Operative July 1, 2013, by Sec. 543 of Ch. 352.)
  166. 66220.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.2. Student Housing Plans [66220- 66220.] ( Chapter 4.2 added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 571, Sec. 1. )

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    The California State University Chancellor must assess student housing needs and create a student housing plan by July 1, 2022, then update the plan every three years. The University of California President is only requested to do the same.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.2. Student Housing Plans [66220- 66220.] ( Chapter 4.2 added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 571, Sec. 1. ) ## 66220. (a) The Legislature finds and declares that in order to close the degree gap by 2030, an estimated 251,000 additional degree completions at the University of California and 481,000 additional degree completions at the California State University will be required above the current projected degree completions. (b) (1) On or before July 1, 2022, the Office of the Chancellor of the California State University shall, and the Office of the President of the University of California is requested to, do both of the following: (A) Conduct a needs assessment to determine the projected student housing needs, by campus, for the 2022–23 fiscal year to the 2026–27 fiscal year, inclusive, taking into account the projected enrollment growth and the goal of closing the degree gap. (B) Create a student housing plan, with a focus on affordable student housing, that outlines how they will meet the projected student housing needs, by campus, identified pursuant to subparagraph (A). The student housing plan shall include the specific actions to be taken for the 2022–23 fiscal year to the 2026–27 fiscal year, inclusive. (2) Every three years after July 1, 2022, the Office of the Chancellor of the California State University shall, and the Office of the President of the University of California is requested to, review and update the student housing plan described in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1), and include the specific actions to be taken in the next five fiscal years. (c) For purposes of this section, “degree gap” means the gap between the number of highly educated workers that California’s future economy will need and the number the state is on pace to produce. (Added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 571, Sec. 1. (AB 1377) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  167. 66225.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.3. Veteran and California National Guard Supplemental Orientation Act of 2023 [66225 - 66226] ( Chapter 4.3 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 801, Sec. 1. )

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    This chapter is named the Veteran and California National Guard Supplemental Orientation Act of 2023.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.3. Veteran and California National Guard Supplemental Orientation Act of 2023 [66225 - 66226] ( Chapter 4.3 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 801, Sec. 1. ) ## 66225. This chapter shall be known, and may be cited, as the Veteran and California National Guard Supplemental Orientation Act of 2023. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 801, Sec. 1. (AB 322) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  168. 66226.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.3. Veteran and California National Guard Supplemental Orientation Act of 2023 [66225 - 66226] ( Chapter 4.3 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 801, Sec. 1. )

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    By the 2025–26 academic year, CSU and Community Colleges campuses must add veteran and Guard point-of-contact information to orientations, create an information document, and provide it in hard copy and online; UC campuses are only requested to do the same.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.3. Veteran and California National Guard Supplemental Orientation Act of 2023 [66225 - 66226] ( Chapter 4.3 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 801, Sec. 1. ) ## 66226. (a) Commencing no later than the 2025–26 academic year, each campus of the California State University and the California Community Colleges shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, include within first-year student and transfer student orientations the location and contact information of the campus point of contact for students who are veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States and members of the California State Guard and the California National Guard, and their dependents. (b) Commencing no later than the 2025–26 academic year, each campus point of contact described in subdivision (a) at the California State University and the California Community Colleges shall, and each campus point of contact described in subdivision (a) at the University of California is requested to, develop a document that includes, at a minimum, information on polices, resources, and services, including, but not limited to, counseling, for students described in subdivision (a) and their dependents. (c) Commencing no later than the 2025–26 academic year, each campus of the California State University and the California Community Colleges shall, and each campus of the University of California is requested to, make the document described in subdivision (b) available in hard copy form at the location of the campus point of contact described in subdivision (a), and post the document, along with other information available to students described in subdivision (a) and their dependents, on the campus’s internet website. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 801, Sec. 1. (AB 322) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  169. 66250.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Title and Declaration of Purpose [66250 - 66252] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This chapter may be cited as the Equity in Higher Education Act.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Title and Declaration of Purpose [66250 - 66252] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66250. This chapter shall be known, and may be cited, as the Equity in Higher Education Act. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 569, Sec. 34. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  170. 66251.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Title and Declaration of Purpose [66250 - 66252] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    California policy is to provide equal rights and opportunities in postsecondary education regardless of listed personal characteristics, and this chapter aims to prohibit contrary acts and provide remedies.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Title and Declaration of Purpose [66250 - 66252] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66251. It is the policy of the State of California to afford all persons, regardless of disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other basis that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (a) of Section 422.6 of the Penal Code, including immigration status, equal rights and opportunities in the postsecondary educational institutions of the state. The purpose of this chapter is to prohibit acts that are contrary to that policy and to provide remedies for the commission of those prohibited acts. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 779, Sec. 1. (SB 183) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  171. 66252.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Title and Declaration of Purpose [66250 - 66252] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    Students have a right to participate in education free from discrimination and harassment, and postsecondary institutions have an affirmative obligation to combat discrimination and provide equal educational opportunity.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Title and Declaration of Purpose [66250 - 66252] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66252. (a) All students have the right to participate fully in the educational process, free from discrimination and harassment. Existing law, pursuant to Section 66270, provides that no person shall be subjected to discrimination on the basis of disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code, or any other characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (a) of Section 422.6 of the Penal Code, including immigration status, in any program or activity conducted by any postsecondary educational institution that receives, or benefits from, state financial assistance or enrolls students who receive state student financial aid. (b) California’s postsecondary educational institutions have an affirmative obligation to combat discrimination on the basis of disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality or national identity, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code, or any other characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (a) of Section 422.6 of the Penal Code, including immigration status, and a responsibility to provide equal educational opportunity. (c) Harassment directed at an individual on the basis of actual or perceived characteristics or status may create a hostile environment and jeopardizes equal educational opportunity as guaranteed by the California Constitution and the United States Constitution. (d) There is an urgent need to prevent and respond to acts of discrimination on the basis of disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality or national identity, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code, or any other characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (a) of Section 422.6 of the Penal Code, including immigration status, that are occurring at an increasing rate in California’s postsecondary educational institutions. (e) There is an urgent need to teach and inform students about their rights, as guaranteed by the federal and state constitutions, in order to increase students’ awareness and understanding of their rights and the rights of others, with the intention of promoting tolerance and sensitivity in postsecondary educational institutions and in society as a means of responding to potential harassment and violence caused by discrimination. (f) It is the intent of the Legislature that each postsecondary educational institution undertake educational activities to counter discriminatory incidents on campus and, within constitutional bounds, to minimize and eliminate a hostile environment on campus that impairs the access of students to equal educational opportunity. (g) It is the intent of the Legislature that each postsecondary educational institution undertake supportive measures to help students who have encountered harassing or discriminatory incidents, regardless of the location of the harassing or discriminatory incident, to ensure students’ access to equal educational opportunities. (h) It is the intent of the Legislature that each postsecondary educational institution address all forms of bias as part of their affirmative obligation to address discrimination on campus. (i) It is the intent of the Legislature that this chapter shall be interpreted as consistent with Article 9.5 (commencing with Section 11135) of Chapter 1 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, Title VI of the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 2000d, et seq.), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1681, et seq.), Section 504 of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. Sec. 794), the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1400 et seq.), the federal Equal Educational Opportunities Act (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1701, et seq.), the Unruh Civil Rights Act (Section 51 of the Civil Code), and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8 (commencing with Section 12900) of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code), except where this chapter may grant more protections or impose additional obligations, and that the remedies provided in this chapter shall not be the exclusive remedies, but may be combined with remedies that may be provided by the above statutes. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 844, Sec. 1. (AB 2925) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  172. 66260.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    The definitions in this article control how the chapter’s defined terms are used.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66260. The definitions in this article shall govern the use of the terms defined for purposes of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  173. 66260.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    For this code section, “disability” includes mental and physical disability as defined in Government Code section 12926.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66260.5. “Disability” includes mental and physical disability as defined in Section 12926 of the Government Code. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 569, Sec. 36. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  174. 66260.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This provision defines certain protected characteristics to include perceived characteristics and association with someone who has, or is perceived to have, those characteristics.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66260.6. “Disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 422.55 of the Penal Code, including immigration status,” includes a perception that the person has any of those characteristics or that the person is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 779, Sec. 2. (SB 183) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  175. 66260.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This section defines “gender” as sex, including gender identity and gender expression, and defines “gender expression” as a person’s gender-related appearance and behavior.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66260.7. “Gender” means sex, and includes a person’s gender identity and gender expression. “Gender expression” means a person’s gender-related appearance and behavior whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 719, Sec. 10. (AB 887) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  176. 66261.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This section defines “governing board” as the governing board of a community college.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66261. “Governing board” means the governing board of a community college. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  177. 66261.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This section defines “nationality” or “national identity” and says certain discrimination involving slurs or stereotypes counts as discrimination on that basis.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66261.3. “Nationality” or “national identity” includes a person’s actual or perceived shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics, citizenship, or residency in a country with a dominant religion or distinct religious identity. Discrimination against Jewish, Muslim, Sikh, Hindu, Christian, or Buddhist students, or students of another religious group, when the discrimination involves racial, ethnic, or ancestral slurs or stereotypes, constitutes discrimination on the basis of nationality or national identity. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 844, Sec. 2. (AB 2925) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  178. 66261.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This section defines “postsecondary educational institution.”

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66261.5. “Postsecondary educational institution” means a public or private institution of vocational, professional, or postsecondary education; the governing board of a community college district; the Regents of the University of California; or the Trustees of the California State University. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  179. 66261.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This section defines “race or ethnicity” to include ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, and ethnic background.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66261.7. “Race or ethnicity” includes ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, and ethnic background. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 569, Sec. 39. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  180. 66262.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This section defines “religion” broadly and says discrimination on the basis of religion includes anti-Semitism and Islamophobia.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66262. “Religion” includes all aspects of religious belief, observance, and practice and includes agnosticism and atheism. “Discrimination on the basis of religion” includes, but is not limited to, anti-Semitism and Islamophobia. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 844, Sec. 3. (AB 2925) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  181. 66262.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This section defines “sexual harassment,” “sexual violence,” “sexual battery,” and “sexual exploitation” for this chapter.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66262.5. (a) (1) “Sexual harassment” has the same meaning as defined in Section 212.5 and includes sexual battery, sexual violence, and sexual exploitation. (2) Sexual harassment of students is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Section 66270. (b) For purposes of this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings: (1) “Sexual violence” means physical sexual acts perpetrated against a person without the person’s affirmative consent, as defined in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 67386. Physical sexual acts include both of the following: (A) Rape, defined as penetration, no matter how slight, of the vagina or anus with any part or object, or oral copulation of a sex organ by another person, without the consent of the victim. (B) Sexual battery, as defined in paragraph (2). (2) “Sexual battery” means the intentional touching of another person’s intimate parts without consent, intentionally causing a person to touch the intimate parts of another without consent, or using a person’s own intimate part to intentionally touch another person’s body without consent. (3) “Sexual exploitation” means a person taking sexual advantage of another person for the benefit of anyone other than that person without that person’s consent, including, but not limited to, any of the following acts: (A) The prostituting of another person. (B) The trafficking of another person, defined as the inducement of a person to perform a commercial sex act, or labor or services, through force, fraud, or coercion. (C) The recording of images, including video or photograph, or audio of another person’s sexual activity or intimate parts, without that person’s consent. (D) The distribution of images, including video or photograph, or audio of another person’s sexual activity or intimate parts, if the individual distributing the images or audio knows or should have known that the person depicted in the images or audio did not consent to the disclosure. (E) The viewing of another person’s sexual activity or intimate parts, in a place where that other person would have a reasonable expectation of privacy, without that person’s consent, for the purpose of arousing or gratifying sexual desire. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 303, Sec. 2. (SB 493) Effective January 1, 2021.)
  182. 66262.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This section defines “sexual orientation” as a person’s physical, emotional, and romantic attraction to other people.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66262.7. “Sexual orientation” means a person’s physical, emotional, and romantic attraction to other people. “Sexual orientation” includes, but is not limited to, heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, asexuality, and pansexuality. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 490, Sec. 1. (SB 1491) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  183. 66263.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This section defines “state financial assistance” by pointing to the meaning given in Section 213.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66263. “State financial assistance” has the same meaning as defined in Section 213. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  184. 66264.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    “State student financial aid” means what Section 214 defines it to mean.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [66260 - 66264] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66264. “State student financial aid” has the same meaning as defined in Section 214. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  185. 66268.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    Several postsecondary institutions must add training on discrimination against the state’s five most targeted groups to their general antidiscrimination or DEI training, and that training may not be folded into sexual violence/sexual harassment prevention training.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66268. (a) It is the policy of the State of California, pursuant to Section 66251, that all persons, regardless of their race, color, or national origin, should enjoy freedom from discrimination of any kind, including harassment based on a person’s actual or perceived shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics, or citizenship or residency in a country with a dominant religion, as described in Title VI of the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 2000d, et seq.), in the postsecondary educational institutions of the state. (b) (1) The California Community Colleges, the California State University, independent institutions of higher education that receive state financial assistance, and private postsecondary educational institutions that receive state financial assistance shall, and the University of California is requested to, include training to address discrimination against the five most targeted groups in the state, as determined pursuant to paragraph (2), as part of any general antidiscrimination training or diversity, equity, and inclusion training that is offered by the institution, except any trainings targeted to solely address discrimination based on specific groups, including, but not limited to, age, disability, or sexual orientation. (2) To determine the five most targeted groups in the state, postsecondary educational institutions shall refer to the subcategory bias motivations with the highest number of events, as provided in Table 1 of the annual “Hate Crime in California” publication by the Attorney General, which reports hate crime data required to be submitted to the Attorney General by law enforcement agencies pursuant to Section 13023 of the Penal Code. (c) The training required pursuant to subdivision (b) shall not be incorporated into the sexual violence and sexual harassment prevention training required pursuant to Section 67385.7. (d) This section does not preclude the trainings required pursuant to subdivision (b) from incorporating discrimination against groups that are not listed in the five most targeted groups in the state. Trainings offered pursuant to subdivision (b) are encouraged to promptly address incidents of discrimination against one or more particular groups on the respective campus, especially groups that historically underreport incidents, even if they are not among the five most targeted groups in the state. (e) It is the intent of the Legislature that all general antidiscrimination trainings and diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings address the complex and cumulative way in which the effects of multiple forms of discrimination combine, overlap, or intersect, especially in the experiences of marginalized individuals or groups. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 844, Sec. 4. (AB 2925) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  186. 66270.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    A person must not be discriminated against on specified grounds in programs or activities run by qualifying postsecondary educational institutions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66270. No person shall be subjected to discrimination on the basis of disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any other characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (a) of Section 422.6 of the Penal Code, including immigration status, in any program or activity conducted by any postsecondary educational institution that receives, or benefits from, state financial assistance or enrolls students who receive state student financial aid. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 779, Sec. 3. (SB 183) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  187. 66270.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    A postsecondary institution is not required to offer admission or student financial aid to certain excluded immigrants, but it may not discriminate in admission or financial aid against students with T or U status based on immigration status.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66270.3. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to require a postsecondary institution to offer admission or student financial aid to a person excluded from the term “immigrant,” for purposes of the federal Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. Sec. 1101), pursuant to paragraph (15) of subdivision (a) of Section 1101 of Title 8 of the United States Code, as that paragraph exists on January 1, 2019. However, students granted status pursuant to subparagraphs (T) or (U) of paragraph (15), as specified, shall not be subjected to discrimination in admission or financial aid on the basis of immigration status. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to change a student’s eligibility for state financial aid. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 296, Sec. 20. (AB 1096) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  188. 66270.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    The section defines “hostile environment” and requires California State University trustees and campuses to adopt conduct rules, respond to incidents, publish protest restrictions, train students, ensure constitutional compliance, and file annual reports.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66270.7. (a) As used in this section “hostile environment” means unwelcomed conduct based on a person’s actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, or disability status, that based on the totality of circumstances, is subjectively and objectively offensive, and is so severe or pervasive that it limits or denies a person’s ability to participate in or benefit from a campus’s education program or activity. (b) The Trustees of the California State University and the Regents of the University of California have the primary responsibility to prevent and address conduct that either creates a hostile environment for students on campus, or results in differential treatment of students on campus based on a student’s actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, or disability status. (c) The Trustees of the California State University shall do all of the following: (1) Adopt rules and procedures in the student codes of conduct to provide all of the following elements: (A) Prohibit violent, harassing, intimidating, or discriminatory conduct that creates a hostile environment on campus. (B) Prohibit conduct that limits or denies a person’s ability to participate in or benefit from the free exchange of ideas or the educational mission of the California State University. (C) Establish reasonable content-neutral time, place, and manner restrictions, and, if applicable, any advance permitting requirements for protests on campus. (2) Adopt rules and procedures to take reasonable steps to respond to each incident described in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (1) that creates a hostile environment on campus. (3) Require each campus to publish on the campus’s internet website the time, place, and manner restrictions, and any advance permitting requirements for protests on campus. (4) Develop mandatory training programs to educate students on all of the following: (A) What constitutes violent, harassing, intimidating, or discriminatory conduct that creates a hostile environment on campus, and the procedures for investigating violations of the student code of conduct. (B) When and where protests and gatherings may be held, including the difference between public fora, limited public fora, nonpublic fora, and private property, consistent with the First Amendment to the United States Constitution and Section 2 of Article I of the California Constitution. (C) How to exchange views in an atmosphere of mutual respect and civility. (5) Require, as a condition of enrollment at a California State University campus, each student attending the campus to acknowledge the campus’s student code of conduct. (d) The Trustees of the California State University and each California State University campus shall ensure that any policy adopted or enforced pursuant to this section, as applicable, is consistent with the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, Section 2 of Article I of the California Constitution, and Title VI of the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 2000d et seq.). (e) (1) On or before January 2, 2025, and annually thereafter, the Trustees of the California State University shall submit a report to the Legislature on the implementation and administration of this section. This report shall include information on student code of conduct violations relating to incidents described in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (c). (2) A report submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (f) The University of California is requested to comply with this section. (g) This section is intended to be interpreted consistent with the First Amendment to the United States Constitution and Section 2 of Article I of the California Constitution. (h) The provisions of this section are severable. If any provision of this section or its application is held invalid, that invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 67, Sec. 62. (AB 1170) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  189. 66271.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This chapter does not apply to an educational institution controlled by a religious organization if applying it would conflict with that organization’s religious tenets.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66271. This chapter shall not apply to an educational institution that is controlled by a religious organization if the application would not be consistent with the religious tenets of that organization. (Added by renumbering Section 66270.5 by Stats. 2007, Ch. 569, Sec. 45. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  190. 66271.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    The California Community Colleges Board of Governors and the CSU Trustees must adopt regulations as required by law to implement this chapter, and the UC Regents may do so.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Prohibition of Discrimination [66268 - 66271.1] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66271.1. The Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges and the Trustees of the California State University shall, and the Regents of the University of California may, adopt regulations as required by law to implement this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  191. 66271.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Equity in Higher Education [66271.2 - 66271.41] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 5. )

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    Campus authorities must name a point-of-contact employee and publish that employee’s name and contact information; the designated employee must keep certain complaint-related information confidential.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Equity in Higher Education [66271.2 - 66271.41] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 5. ) ## 66271.2. (a) The Trustees of the California State University and the governing board of each community college district shall designate an employee at each of their respective campuses as a point of contact for the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, asexual, pansexual, transgender, gender-nonconforming, intersex, and two-spirit faculty, staff, and students at the respective campus. At a minimum, the name and contact information of that designated employee shall be published on the internet website for the respective campus, and shall be included in any printed and online campus directories. (b) An employee designated as a campus point of contact pursuant to subdivision (a) shall not be considered a responsible employee for purposes of Section 66281.8. An employee designated as a campus point of contact pursuant to subdivision (a) shall not disclose confidential information provided to them by faculty, staff, or students about any alleged act of sexual harassment, sexual violence, or discrimination without the prior written consent of the person who provided the information to the designated employee. (c) (1) Notice provided to an employee designated as a campus point of contact pursuant to subdivision (a), or a service provided by the designated employee, pursuant to this section regarding an alleged act of sexual harassment, sexual violence, or discrimination, shall not be construed as actual or constructive notice to the public postsecondary educational institution of that alleged act for purposes of investigations under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1681, et seq.). (2) Paragraph (1) shall only be construed in a manner that is consistent with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1681, et seq.). (d) The University of California is requested to comply with this section. This section shall apply to the University of California only to the extent that the Regents of the University of California, by appropriate resolution, make it applicable. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 490, Sec. 2. (SB 1491) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  192. 66271.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Equity in Higher Education [66271.2 - 66271.41] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 5. )

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    The Legislative Analyst is encouraged to assess certain California public higher-education systems and then make recommendations and publish a summary online.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Equity in Higher Education [66271.2 - 66271.41] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 5. ) ## 66271.3. The Legislative Analyst is encouraged to conduct an assessment of the California Community Colleges, California State University, and University of California systems with respect to the quality of life at those campuses for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender faculty, staff, and students at the campuses of each of those institutions. If an assessment is performed, the Legislative Analyst is encouraged to use existing data provided pursuant to Section 66027 and other information available to the general public, and shall not be required to conduct new data collection or research specifically to contribute toward any assessment. The Legislative Analyst shall make recommendations to each of those institutions based on that assessment, and shall publish a summary of the recommendations developed pursuant to this section on its Internet Web site. The California Community Colleges, the California State University, and the University of California are encouraged to share existing data or research, but are not required to conduct new data collection or research specifically to contribute toward any assessment managed by the Legislative Analyst pursuant to this section. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 5. (AB 620) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  193. 66271.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Equity in Higher Education [66271.2 - 66271.41] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 5. )

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    California public postsecondary institutions must update former-student records after certain name or gender-change documentation, reissue documents on request, and offer a chosen-name diploma option starting with the 2023–24 graduating class.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Equity in Higher Education [66271.2 - 66271.41] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 5. ) ## 66271.4. (a) For purposes of this section, “public postsecondary educational institution” or “institution” means a campus of the University of California, the California State University, or the California Community Colleges. (b) (1) If a public postsecondary educational institution receives government-issued documentation, as described in subdivision (c), from a former student demonstrating that the former student’s legal name or gender has been changed, the institution shall update the former student’s records to include the updated legal name or gender. If requested by the former student, the institution shall reissue any documents conferred upon the former student with the former student’s updated legal name or gender. Documents that shall be reissued by the institution upon request include, but are not necessarily limited to, a diploma conferred by the institution. (2) An institution shall not charge a higher fee for correcting, updating, or reissuing a document based on a legal name or gender change than the fee it charges for correcting, updating, or reissuing that document generally. (3) Notwithstanding any other law in conflict with this paragraph, except Section 67400, an institution may use a student’s gender or legal name as indicated in a government-issued identification document only if it is necessary to meet a legally mandated obligation, but otherwise shall identify the student in accordance with the student’s gender identity and affirmed name. (c) The documentation of a former student sufficient to demonstrate a legal name or gender change includes, but is not necessarily limited to, any of the following: (1) State-issued driver’s license or identification card. (2) Birth certificate. (3) Passport. (4) Social security card. (5) Court order indicating a name change or a gender change, or both. (d) This section does not require the institution to modify records that the former student has not requested for modification or reissuance. (e) Commencing with the 2023–24 graduating class, an institution shall provide an option for a graduating student to request that the diploma to be conferred by the institution list the student’s chosen name. Commencing with the 2023–24 graduating class, an institution shall not require a graduating student to provide legal documentation sufficient to demonstrate a legal name or gender change in order to have the student’s chosen name be the sole name listed on the student’s diploma. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 222, Sec. 1. (AB 760) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  194. 66271.41.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Equity in Higher Education [66271.2 - 66271.41] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 5. )

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    Public postsecondary institutions must let current students, staff, and faculty use affirmed names and genders in records, update records on request, and avoid charging extra fees for those changes, except when a legal obligation requires use of a government ID name or gender.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Equity in Higher Education [66271.2 - 66271.41] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 5. ) ## 66271.41. (a) The governing board of each community college district and the Trustees of the California State University shall, and the Regents of the University of California are requested to, implement a system by which current students, staff, and faculty can declare an affirmed name, gender, or both name and gender identification to be used in their records where legal names are not required by law. (b) Upon the request of an individual, a community college campus and a California State University campus shall, and a University of California campus is requested to, update any records for current students, staff, and faculty to include the affirmed name, gender, or both name and gender identification. The records that shall be updated include, but are not limited to, all of the following: (1) School-issued email addresses. (2) Campus identification cards. (3) Class rosters. (4) Unofficial and official transcripts. (5) Diplomas, consistent with subdivision (e) of Section 66271.4, certificates of completion of courses, or similar records. (c) (1) Commencing with the 2023–24 academic year, community college campus systems shall be fully capable of allowing current students, staff, or faculty to declare an affirmed name, gender, or both name and gender identification. (2) Commencing with the 2024–25 academic year, California State University campus systems shall, and University of California campus systems are requested to, be fully capable of allowing current students, staff, or faculty to declare an affirmed name, gender, or both name and gender identification. (d) A community college campus and a California State University campus shall not, and a University of California campus is requested to not, charge a higher fee for correcting, updating, or reissuing a document or record based on the declaration of an affirmed name or gender identification than the fee it charges for correcting, updating, or reissuing that document or record generally. (e) Notwithstanding any other law in conflict with this subdivision, except Section 67400, a public postsecondary educational institution may use an individual’s gender or legal name as indicated in a government-issued identification document only if it is necessary to meet a legally mandated obligation, but otherwise shall identify the individual in accordance with the individual’s gender identity and affirmed name. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 222, Sec. 2. (AB 760) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  195. 66271.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This article’s provisions are supplemental to U.S. and California laws and constitutional provisions relating to discrimination.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66271.5. The provisions of this article are supplemental to any provision in the Constitution or laws of the United States or laws of the State of California, relating to discrimination. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  196. 66271.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    The Legislature explains that educational institutions should strengthen compliance with Title IX and California athletic equity laws by reviewing their athletics programs for fairness to male and female students.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66271.6. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (a) On June 23, 1972, Congress enacted Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 to the 1964 Civil Rights Act. This landmark legislation provides that: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” (b) While Title IX applies to all aspects of educational opportunities, it is well-known for opening the door to athletics for girls and women. (c) In 1975, the United States Department of Health, Education and Welfare enacted regulations requiring that secondary and postsecondary schools comply with Title IX immediately. Those that could show real barriers to immediate compliance had just three years to meet the regulations, including equalizing their athletic programs. (d) California state law has included several athletic equity provisions similar to those in Title IX since 1976. For example, the Sex Equity in Education Act provides, in subdivision (a) of Section 221.7, that: “It is the intent of the Legislature that opportunities for participation in athletics be provided equally to male and female pupils.” Similar provisions are expressly applicable to community colleges and the California State University. (e) Enhancing athletic opportunities for young women and girls is vitally important because of the significant benefits athletic opportunities provide including greater academic success, better physical and psychological health, responsible social behaviors, and enhanced interpersonal skills. For some women and girls, the financial support made available through athletic scholarships can make it possible to attend college. (f) Title IX has promoted significant advances for women and girls to participate in sports. While fewer than 32,000 women participated in college sports nationally prior to the enactment of Title IX, today approximately 163,000 women participate—a nearly five fold—or more than 400 percent increase. Athletic opportunities for girls at the high school level nationally have grown even more dramatically—from 294,000 in 1972 to 2,800,000 today—an 894 percent increase. California boasts the second highest number of high school girls participating in athletics nationwide—a total of 270,000 girls in California’s high schools now participate in interscholastic athletics. (g) Men’s intercollegiate athletic participation has also increased, rising from approximately 220,000 in 1981–82 to approximately 232,000 in 1998–99. Between 1981–82 and 1998–99, football participation increased by 7,199; men’s participation in baseball, lacrosse, and soccer also increased during the same time period. High school boys’ participation rates have also increased—jumping 8.2 percent in the last three years in California. (h) The dramatic increases in participation rates at both the high school and college levels since Title IX was passed show that when doors are opened to women and girls, they will rush through. Courts have repeatedly recognized that it is unfounded and unlawful to claim that women and girls are less interested in sports than men and boys. As one court stated, “interest and ability rarely develop in a vacuum; they evolve as a function of opportunity and experience . . .” (Cohen v. Brown University (1st Cir. 1996) 101 F.3d 155, 179). Accordingly, courts have repeatedly rejected arguments that the assessed interest level of girls in athletics should determine Title IX compliance (Neal v. California State University (9th Cir. 1999) 198 F.3d. 763, 767). Thus, interest surveys cannot accurately determine whether an educational institution has effectively accommodated the interests and abilities of female students. (i) The United States Department of Education uses a three-part test adopted in 1979 to determine whether an educational institution has met the key Title IX requirement that a school “effectively accommodate the interests and abilities of members of both sexes” when it comes to athletic participation. All three prongs of the test have been used successfully by schools to comply with Title IX, and have given schools flexibility in structuring their athletic programs. The three-part test neither imposes quotas or requires preferential treatment, nor requires mirror-image men’s and women’s sports programs. The lawfulness of the three-part test has been affirmed by every federal appellate court to consider the issue. (j) Despite major advances in athletic opportunities for females since 1972, discrimination still limits athletic opportunities for girls and women at all educational levels today. For example, although women in Division I colleges are 53 percent of the student body, they receive only 41 percent of the opportunities to play sports, 36 percent of the overall athletic operating budgets, and 32 percent of the dollars spent to recruit new athletes. (k) In California, the percentage of female athletes at California State University (CSU) campuses actually declined from 36 percent in 1977 to 30 percent in 1990. In 1993, California National Organization for Women (Cal NOW) filed suit against the CSU system alleging violations of California’s gender equity in athletics law. Ultimately, CSU and Cal NOW entered into a consent decree focusing on participation, expenditures, and grants-in-aid for women athletes. As a result of the consent decree, women now comprise over 52 percent of CSU athletes, expenditures on women’s sports have increased 315 percent in the last 10 years and grants-in-aid for female athletes have increased 232 percent during the same time period. (l) Despite major gains for women under California and federal law, inequities in the treatment of men’s and women’s and boys’ and girls’ athletic teams at some educational institutions remain. These inequities include, but are not limited to, all of the following: (1) Participation rates for women and girls. (2) Number of sports offered. (3) Number of levels of teams. (4) Encouragement by spirit and band groups. (5) Facilities. (6) Locker rooms. (7) Scheduling of games and practice times. (8) Level of financial support by the district, school, booster club or clubs, and outside sponsors. (9) Treatment of coaches. (10) Opportunities to receive coaching and academic tutors. (11) Travel and per diem allowance. (12) Medical and training facilities and services. (13) Housing and dining facilities and services. (14) Scholarship money. (15) Publicity. (m) Educational institutions at all levels are strongly encouraged to take immediate active steps toward full compliance with Title IX and California’s gender equity in athletics laws by reviewing all aspects of their athletic program, including those factors listed in subdivision (l) where appropriate, to ensure that they are offering male and female student athletes equivalent opportunities to play sports and that they are treating male and female athletes fairly. The need to encourage and increase athletic participation by girls and women is especially strong at educational institutions serving inner-city and urban communities. Full compliance with Title IX is nondiscretionary. (Added by Stats. 2003, Ch. 660, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  197. 66271.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    Community college districts and school personnel may not treat students differently based on sex in enrollment, guidance, or counseling, and career counselors must actively discuss nontraditional career options with students.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66271.7. (a) It is the policy of the state that community college classes and courses, including nonacademic and elective classes and courses, shall be conducted without regard to the sex of the student enrolled in these classes and courses. (b) No community college district shall prohibit any student from enrolling in any class or course on the basis of the sex of the student. (c) No community college district shall require students of one sex to enroll in a particular class or course, unless the same class or course is also required of students of the opposite sex. (d) No school counselor, teacher, instructor, administrator, or aide shall, on the basis of the sex of a student, offer vocational or school program guidance to students of one sex which is different from that offered to students of the opposite sex or, in counseling students, differentiate career, vocational or higher education opportunities on the basis of the sex of the student counseled. Any school personnel acting in a career counseling or course selection capacity to any pupil shall affirmatively explore with the pupil the possibility of careers, or courses leading to careers, that are nontraditional for that pupil’s sex. (e) Participation in a particular physical education activity or sport, if required of students of one sex, shall be available to students of each sex. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 660, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  198. 66271.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    Public postsecondary educational institutions must allocate athletics funding equitably and, if they cut athletic budgets, do so in a way that complies with state and federal gender equity laws.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66271.8. (a) The Legislature finds and declares that female students should be accorded opportunities for participation in public postsecondary educational institution athletic programs equivalent to those accorded male students. (b) In apportioning public funds, public postsecondary educational institutions shall apportion amounts available for athletics to ensure that equitable amounts will be allocated for all students, except that allowances may be made for differences in the costs of various athletic programs. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no public funds shall be used in connection with any athletic program conducted under the auspices of a public postsecondary educational institution, or any student organization within the postsecondary educational institution, that does not provide equivalent opportunity to both sexes for participation and use of facilities. The factors considered when determining whether an educational institution has provided equivalent opportunity include, but are not limited to, all of the following: (1) Whether the selection of sports and levels of competition offered effectively accommodate the athletic interests and abilities of members of both sexes. (2) The provision of equipment and supplies. (3) Scheduling of games and practice times. (4) Selection of the season for a sport. (5) Location of the games and practices. (6) Compensation for coaches. (7) Travel arrangements. (8) Per diem. (9) Locker rooms. (10) Practice and competitive facilities. (11) Medical services. (12) Housing facilities. (13) Dining facilities. (14) Scholarships. (15) Publicity. (c) Whether a postsecondary educational institution has effectively accommodated the athletic interests and abilities of members of both sexes shall be assessed in any one of the following ways: (1) Whether intercollegiate level participation opportunities for male and female students are provided in numbers substantially proportionate to their respective enrollments. (2) Where the members of one sex have been and are underrepresented among intercollegiate athletes, whether the institution can show a history and continuing practice of program expansion that is demonstrably responsive to the developing interest and abilities of the members of that sex. (3) Where the members of one sex are underrepresented among intercollegiate athletes, and the institution cannot show a history and continuing practice of program expansion as required in paragraph (2), whether the institution can demonstrate that the interests and abilities of the members of that sex have been fully and effectively accommodated by the present program. (d) Nothing in this section shall be construed to invalidate any existing consent decree or any other settlement agreement entered into by an educational institution to address gender equity in athletic programs. (e) Nothing in this section shall be construed to require a public postsecondary educational institution to require competition between male and female students in school-sponsored athletic programs. (f) If an educational institution must cut its athletic budget, the educational institution shall do so consistently with its legal obligation to comply with both state and federal gender equity laws. (g) It is the intent of the Legislature that the three-part test articulated in subdivision (c) be interpreted as it has been in the policies and regulations of the Office of Civil Rights in effect on January 1, 2003. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 183, Sec. 81. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  199. 66271.9.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    California community colleges and state universities must provide lactation accommodations for students, and related campus facilities and complaint remedies are specified.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66271.9. (a) The California Community Colleges and the California State University shall, and a satellite campus of these systems and the University of California are encouraged to, provide reasonable accommodations on their respective campuses for a lactating student to express breast milk, breast-feed an infant child, or address other needs related to breast-feeding. Reasonable accommodations under this section include, but are not limited to, all of the following: (1) Access to a private and secure room, other than a restroom, to express breast milk or breast-feed an infant child. The room shall have a comfortable place to sit and have a table or shelf to place equipment described in paragraph (3). (2) Permission to bring onto a college or university campus a breast pump and any other equipment used to express breast milk. (3) Access to a power source for a breast pump or any other equipment used to express breast milk. (b) Lactating students on a college or university campus shall be provided a reasonable amount of time to accommodate their need to express breast milk or breast-feed an infant child. (c) A campus of the California Community Colleges or the California State University may use an existing facility to meet the requirements specified in subdivision (a). (d) Students shall not incur an academic penalty as a result of their use of the reasonable accommodations specified in this section, and shall be provided the opportunity to make up any work missed due to such use. (e) Upon the construction of a new campus of the California Community Colleges or the California State University, the replacement, expansion, or renovation costing five million dollars ($5,000,000) or more involving plumbing of an existing building regularly used by students, including a student center, or the construction of a new building costing five million dollars ($5,000,000) or more designed for use by students, the respective educational institution shall provide a sink in addition to the accommodations described in subdivision (a) in a room in the newly constructed campus or building, or in a room in the replaced, expanded, or renovated building. This subdivision only applies to an educational institution if the campus room currently designated for a lactating student to express breast milk or breast-feed an infant child does not have a sink. (f) This section does not require an existing room designated for a lactating student to express breast milk or breast-feed an infant child to have a sink. (g) The lactation accommodation shall be available to a student whenever a student is required to be present on campus. (h) (1) A complaint of noncompliance with the requirements of this section may be filed consistent with Subchapter 5 (commencing with Section 59300) of Chapter 10 of Division 6 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. If the complaint is found to have merit, the campus or appropriate appellate body shall provide a remedy to the affected student. (2) A complaint of noncompliance with the requirements of this section may be filed consistent with the procedures established by the California State University for complaints by students of discrimination based on disability, gender, or other applicable characteristics, and a student shall be afforded any remedies the student is entitled to pursuant to those procedures. (i) This section does not infringe on any right to breast-feed in public pursuant to Section 43.3 of the Civil Code or any other law. (j) The requirements in this section shall be implemented by the California Community Colleges and the California State University, and the University of California is urged to implement the requirements in this section, no later than January 1, 2020. (Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 947, Sec. 2. (AB 2785) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  200. 66272.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. )

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    This article does not apply to educational institutions mainly training people for U.S. military services or the merchant marine.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 3. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION [66000 - 101460] ( Title 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS [66000 - 70115.2] ( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 40. DONAHOE HIGHER EDUCATION ACT [66000 - 67400] ( Part 40 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Equity in Higher Education Act [66250 - 66294] ( Heading of Chapter 4.5 amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 637, Sec. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Sex Equity in Education [66271.5 - 66284] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 49. ) ## 66272. This article shall not apply to an educational institution whose primary purpose is the training of individuals for the military services of the United States, or the merchant marine. (Added by renumbering Section 222 by Stats. 1998, Ch. 914, Sec. 19. Effective January 1, 1999.)

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