Bill > AB90

This bill requires each community college district in California to develop and potentially implement an overnight parking program to support students experiencing housing insecurity. The program would allow eligible students to park and sleep in their vehicles overnight on campus in designated lots, providing a temporary housing solution. The governing board of each district must adopt a comprehensive plan by September 1, 2026, which includes provisions for safety monitoring, student application processes, facility access, and program rules. The plan must be developed in consultation with basic needs coordinators and campus security, and must offer overnight parking permits at no cost to students. By December 31, 2026, the district's governing board must vote on whether to establish the program, with provisions for annual reconsideration if initially not approved. The bill requires campuses to prioritize helping participating students secure sustainable long-term housing and mandates reporting on program participation, including students' socioeconomic and demographic backgrounds. The legislation also provides liability protection for campus employees acting in good faith and ensures that the Chancellor's office will report annually to the Legislature about the overnight parking programs. If the program imposes additional costs on community college districts, the state will provide reimbursement through established statutory procedures.

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https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB90