SB 1255·CA·senate
Postsecondary education: Designation of California Hispanic-Serving Institutions.
Sent to ExecutiveFiled Feb 19, 2026
Sponsor: Eloise Reyes (D)
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Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 2 p.m.
Sep 4, 2026
Summary
The bill adds Article 7.7 to the Education Code to establish a California Hispanic‑Serving Institution (CHSI) designation. It creates a governing board that will award the designation to eligible public and private colleges and universities, with the CSU Chancellor’s office managing the application process. Designations last five academic years and can be renewed.
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