CAPED LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE
Advocating for disability access in higher education.
The CAPED Legislative Committee monitors California legislation, policy, and funding that may affect students with disabilities and postsecondary education.
Stay informed about legislative developments, budget updates, advocacy efforts, and issues affecting disability support programs across California.
Legislative Quick Access
Search current California legislation and follow bills through the legislative process.
Search California LegislationAbout the Legislative Committee
CAPED works to help members understand legislative and policy developments that may affect disability access and services throughout California higher education.
The Legislative Committee monitors legislation, state budget developments, regulatory changes, and advocacy opportunities relevant to students with disabilities, faculty, staff, and disability support programs.
CURRENT LEGISLATIVE UPDATES
California State Budget & Proposition 98
Follow state budget developments and resources related to California education funding.
Proposition 98 Primer
A comprehensive guide to how the state calculates the Proposition 98 Guarantee, determining K–14 education funding.
Chancellor's Office Budget Compendium
Latest updates on fiscal resources for California Community Colleges.
Governor's January 2025 Budget Joint Analysis (PDF)
Review of proposed 2025–26 community college investments.
Why Legislative Updates Matter
Changes to legislation, regulations, and state funding can affect disability services, institutional responsibilities, and the resources available to support students.
CAPED helps members stay connected to developments that may influence their work and campuses.
Legislative Bill Tracking
We track and analyze bills that impact students, faculty, and disability services in California higher education.
Key Bills Introduced (2025–2026)
ASSEMBLY BILL
AB 48
Alvarez – D
Education finance: College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2026.
ASSEMBLY BILL
AB 90
Jackson – D
Public postsecondary education: overnight student parking.
LEGISLATIVE CALENDAR
Calendar & Deadlines
Review legislative deadlines and important dates from the California State Senate.
View Calendar & DeadlinesLegislative Resources & Advocacy
Follow California legislation, policy developments, and state government activity.
California Legislative Information
Search pending bills, California law, and legislative activity.
Search LegislationSPRING 2025
CAPED Advocacy Priorities
CAPED identified the following advocacy priorities for Spring 2025.
Inclusion of Students
Engaging student voices to help shape disability policy and CAPED advocacy.
Title 5 Regulations
Advocating for clearer guidelines supporting students with disabilities.
Interpreting Services
Addressing challenges in Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) student support.
Our Partners
CAPED's legislative and advocacy work connects with organizations serving disability access and higher education.
DSPS Directors
CCLC
AHEAD
Get involved with CAPED advocacy.
Join CAPED's advocacy initiatives and watch the CAPED Listserv for legislative updates and opportunities to participate.