Advocating for Disability Access in Higher Education
The CAPED Legislative Committee monitors and engages with California legislation that impacts students with disabilities, postsecondary education policies, and funding for support programs. We function to help members stay informed about key legislative updates, budget allocations, and advocacy opportunities.
Current Legislative Updates
California State Budget & Proposition 98
📌 Proposition 98 Primer – A comprehensive guide to how the state calculates the Proposition 98 Guarantee, determining K-14 education funding.
📌 Chancellor’s Office Budget Compendium – Latest updates on fiscal resources for California Community Colleges.
📌 Governor’s January 2025 Budget Joint Analysis (PDF) – Review of proposed 2025-26 community college investments.
Legislative Bill Tracking
We track and analyze bills that impact students, faculty, and disability services in California higher education.
Key Bills Introduced (2025-2026)
🔹 AB 48 (Alvarez – D) – Education finance: College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2026. Read more
🔹 AB 58 (Soria – D) – Postsecondary education policies. Read more
🔹 AB 81 (Ta – R) – Veterans: mental health services. Read more
🔹AB 90(Jackson – D) – Public postsecondary education: overnight student parking. Read more
🔹 SB 85 (Essayli – R) – Law enforcement and immigration cooperation. Read more
View Full Legislative Bill Tracker
Legislative Resources & Advocacy
📜 California State Senate – Official website for California Senate updates.
📜 California State Assembly – Follow legislative actions in the Assembly.
📜 Governor’s Office – Governor’s policy announcements and budget updates.
📜 State of California Legislative Information – Search for pending bills and laws under consideration.
📜 2025 Legislative Calendar and Deadlines
Get Involved: CAPED Advocacy Efforts
💡 Spring 2025 Advocacy Priorities:
✔ Inclusion of Students in CAPED Advocacy – Engaging student voices to shape disability policy.
✔ Updates to Title 5 Regulations – Advocating for clearer guidelines supporting students with disabilities.
✔ Recommendations for Interpreting Services – Addressing challenges in Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) student support.
📢 Want to take action? Join CAPED’s advocacy initiatives by contacting the CAPED Legislative Committee (email) or watch the Listserv for legislative updates.