California 2025-2026 Regular Session

California Assembly Bill AB2178

Introduced
2/19/26  
Refer
3/9/26  
Report Pass
4/22/26  
Engrossed
5/4/26  
Refer
5/5/26  
Refer
5/13/26  
Report Pass
6/4/26  

Caption

An act to add Article 6.5 (commencing with Section 78078) to Chapter 1 of Part 48 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to community colleges.

Impact

The passage of AB 2178 could lead to significant changes in how educational services are provided to youths in juvenile facilities. By allowing non-home community colleges to take over if the designated home college fails to respond to requests for services within 90 days, the bill aims to ensure that educational needs are met promptly. This framework supports a more flexible and adaptive approach to education for youths who are often underserved in traditional educational settings.

Summary

Assembly Bill 2178, known as the Juvenile Justice Education Access and Equity Act, aims to improve educational access for youths involved in the juvenile justice system within California. The bill permits a community college district, referred to as the home community college district, or an associated eligible institution, to enter into instructional service agreements with county probation departments. This allows them to provide academic and career technical education courses at juvenile justice facilities, facilitating educational opportunities for justice-involved youth.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding the bill include the question of jurisdiction over educational services and the potential impact on existing educational frameworks within community colleges. While proponents argue that the bill enhances educational access, opponents may express concerns about the implications for local control and the ability of home districts to manage educational needs within their jurisdiction.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CA SB226

An act to add Article 6 (commencing with Section 74298) to Chapter 5 of Part 46 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to community colleges. An act to amend Section 53369.3 of the Government Code, relating to local government.

CA AB2136

Community colleges: baccalaureate degree program: Cerritos Community College District.

CA AB2053

Community colleges: baccalaureate degree program: Coast Community College District.

CA AB664

An act to add and repeal Article 3.3 (commencing with Section 78047) of Chapter 1 of Part 48 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to community colleges.

CA AB2504

An act to add and repeal Article 1.7 (commencing with Section 78026) of Chapter 1 of Part 48 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to community colleges.

CA AB48

An act to amend Sections 15102, 15106, 15268, and 15270 of, to add Article 8 (commencing with Section 89800) to Chapter 6 of Part 55 of Division 8 of Title 3 of, to add Article 7 (commencing with Section 92170) to Chapter 2 of Part 57 of Division 9 of Title 3 of, and to add Part 71 (commencing with Section 101200) to Division 14 of Title 3 of, the Education Code, relating to education finance, by providing the funds necessary therefor through an election for the issuance and sale of bonds of the State of California and for the handling and disposition of these funds.

CA AB1163

Employees: workplace violence prevention plans: topics and trainings.

CA AB934

Community colleges: degrees and certificates: education plans.

CA AB395

An act to add Section 37224 to, and to add Article 12 (commencing with Section 66095) to Chapter 2 of Part 40 of Division 5 of Title 3 of, the Education Code, and to amend Sections 11131 and 54961 of the Government Code, relating to holidays.

CA AB861

Community colleges: students: public transportation: Los Angeles Community College District.

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