Bill > AB695

This bill, known as the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act, aims to support students who have been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions by allowing them to continue their education through online programs. Specifically, the bill exempts deported students from paying nonresident tuition if they were enrolled in a California community college at the time of deportation, were not already paying nonresident tuition, and can provide proof of their deportation status. Students will be able to reenroll in online education programs and continue their studies without paying out-of-state tuition rates. If a deported student legally reenters the United States and returns to in-person education, they can retain their previous residency status and be eligible for financial aid. The Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges must develop regulations by July 1, 2026, to implement these provisions, including procedures for verifying deportation status, maintaining student privacy, and establishing guidelines for course completion and reapplication. The bill recognizes the potential benefits of supporting deported students' educational continuity, such as maintaining their connection to California institutions, fostering potential future workforce contributions, and supporting global educational equity.

Budget and Finance, Education

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