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CA SB761

CalFresh: student eligibility.


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Introduced
02/21/2025
In Committee
05/23/2025
Crossed Over
06/04/2025
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to add Sections 69408.5 and 69432.93 to the Education Code, and to repeal and add Section 18901.12 of, and to add Section 18901.13 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to public social services.

AI Summary

This bill aims to improve CalFresh (California's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP) student eligibility by streamlining the process for students to access food benefits. It requires the Student Aid Commission to modify its Grant Delivery System by January 1, 2027 to identify students potentially eligible for CalFresh and allow those students to voluntarily share their contact information with the State Department of Social Services for outreach purposes. The bill automatically considers all campus-based programs at public higher education institutions as state-approved local educational programs that increase employability, which can qualify students for CalFresh benefits. Campus systems like California Community Colleges, California State University, and the University of California will be required (or requested) to submit lists of their programs for approval, and any programs not initially included can apply for certification. Starting with the 2027-28 academic year, counties and participating educational institutions may contact students who have opted in to help them determine their CalFresh eligibility and assist with application. The bill also mandates annual reporting on the approved programs and establishes data-sharing agreements between various state agencies to facilitate this process, with provisions for reimbursing local agencies if the implementation creates additional costs.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Education, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

In Assembly. Read first time. Held at Desk. (on 06/05/2025)

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