California State University: financial aid for homeless students: pilot program.
- Establishes a pilot program providing full college costs to homeless high school students at three CSU campuses.
- Covers all remaining education costs beyond financial aid for eligible students aged 17-26 starting Fall 2026.
- Requires participating campuses to designate liaisons to support homeless students with resources and aid.
- Program expires in July 2031 unless extended by future legislation.
Senator Cortese's proposal to establish a pilot program providing financial assistance to homeless students at three California State University campuses aims to cover educational costs beyond existing financial aid packages. The program would operate at San Jose State University and two additional CSU campuses selected by the Chancellor's office, serving California residents who experienced homelessness during high school and are between 17 and 26 years old.
Beginning in the 2026-27 academic year, participating campuses would provide qualifying students with funding to cover the remaining cost of attendance after other non-loan financial aid is applied. To maintain eligibility, students must submit federal or state financial aid applications, apply for all available grants and fee waivers, pursue their first bachelor's degree, maintain full-time enrollment, and meet academic progress standards. Each campus must designate a liaison to assist eligible students and implement program policies.
The Student Aid Commission would oversee regulatory compliance while coordinating with high school counselors to identify prospective students. The commission would establish data sharing agreements with the Department of Education to facilitate student identification and support, subject to federal and state privacy requirements. The pilot program includes a sunset provision, becoming inoperative on July 1, 2031, and requires specific legislative appropriation before implementation.
This bill was recently introduced. Email the authors to let them know what you think about it.
Introduced By
Latest Voting History
 Steven ChoiR Senator | Committee Member |  Not Contacted | |
 Eloise ReyesD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Lena GonzalezD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Dave CorteseD Senator | Bill Author | Not Contacted | |
 Rosilicie Ochoa BoghR Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted |
- Establishes a pilot program providing full college costs to homeless high school students at three CSU campuses.
- Covers all remaining education costs beyond financial aid for eligible students aged 17-26 starting Fall 2026.
- Requires participating campuses to designate liaisons to support homeless students with resources and aid.
- Program expires in July 2031 unless extended by future legislation.
This bill was recently introduced. Email the authors to let them know what you think about it.
Introduced By
Senator Cortese's proposal to establish a pilot program providing financial assistance to homeless students at three California State University campuses aims to cover educational costs beyond existing financial aid packages. The program would operate at San Jose State University and two additional CSU campuses selected by the Chancellor's office, serving California residents who experienced homelessness during high school and are between 17 and 26 years old.
Beginning in the 2026-27 academic year, participating campuses would provide qualifying students with funding to cover the remaining cost of attendance after other non-loan financial aid is applied. To maintain eligibility, students must submit federal or state financial aid applications, apply for all available grants and fee waivers, pursue their first bachelor's degree, maintain full-time enrollment, and meet academic progress standards. Each campus must designate a liaison to assist eligible students and implement program policies.
The Student Aid Commission would oversee regulatory compliance while coordinating with high school counselors to identify prospective students. The commission would establish data sharing agreements with the Department of Education to facilitate student identification and support, subject to federal and state privacy requirements. The pilot program includes a sunset provision, becoming inoperative on July 1, 2031, and requires specific legislative appropriation before implementation.
Latest Voting History
Steven ChoiR Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Eloise ReyesD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Lena GonzalezD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Dave CorteseD Senator | Bill Author | Not Contacted | |
Rosilicie Ochoa BoghR Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted |