Student Aid Commission: California Dream Act application.
- Expands the California Dream Act application to serve all students eligible for state financial aid by 2026.
- Requires the Student Aid Commission to update grant processing systems for broader student accessibility.
- Mandates collaboration with colleges to maximize student access to both federal and state financial aid.
Senator Pérez's legislation aims to modify California's Dream Act application process by requiring the Student Aid Commission to update its systems and forms to accommodate all students eligible for state financial aid programs, regardless of their federal aid status. The changes must be implemented before the 2026-27 financial aid cycle begins.
The bill directs the Commission to collaborate with postsecondary institutions in promoting the California Dream Act application while ensuring students understand their application choices and can maximize their access to federal aid. These provisions build upon existing law that allows certain students exempt from non-resident tuition to participate in state financial aid programs.
The legislation maintains current eligibility requirements for non-resident tuition exemptions at California State University and California Community Colleges, while preserving the University of California Regents' authority to establish equivalent standards. It reaffirms that qualifying students may access state-administered financial aid programs to the extent permitted under federal law.
 Steven ChoiR Senator | Committee Member |  Not Contacted | |
 Eloise ReyesD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Lena GonzalezD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Dave CorteseD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Rosilicie Ochoa BoghR Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted |
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Introduced By
- Expands the California Dream Act application to serve all students eligible for state financial aid by 2026.
- Requires the Student Aid Commission to update grant processing systems for broader student accessibility.
- Mandates collaboration with colleges to maximize student access to both federal and state financial aid.
Email the authors or create an email template to send to all relevant legislators.
Introduced By
Senator Pérez's legislation aims to modify California's Dream Act application process by requiring the Student Aid Commission to update its systems and forms to accommodate all students eligible for state financial aid programs, regardless of their federal aid status. The changes must be implemented before the 2026-27 financial aid cycle begins.
The bill directs the Commission to collaborate with postsecondary institutions in promoting the California Dream Act application while ensuring students understand their application choices and can maximize their access to federal aid. These provisions build upon existing law that allows certain students exempt from non-resident tuition to participate in state financial aid programs.
The legislation maintains current eligibility requirements for non-resident tuition exemptions at California State University and California Community Colleges, while preserving the University of California Regents' authority to establish equivalent standards. It reaffirms that qualifying students may access state-administered financial aid programs to the extent permitted under federal law.
Steven ChoiR Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Eloise ReyesD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Lena GonzalezD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Dave CorteseD Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Rosilicie Ochoa BoghR Senator | Committee Member | Not Contacted |