RESOLVED, That the Student Senate for California Community Colleges recommend for the reallocation of existing budget resources with a focus on providing flexibility to departments on college campuses, to enable them to tailor educational and skill-building opportunities for students who are undocumented or fall under AB 540, addressing fiscal concerns and fostering a more inclusive and adaptable campus environment.
The SSCCC continues its strong advocacy for undocumented students, with the 2024–2025 priorities emphasizing expanded access to employment opportunities. In partnership with legislators and the Chancellor’s Office, the SSCCC is working to identify funding sources that can support programs and grants benefiting undocumented students.
As part of these efforts, in 2024 - 25 the SSCCC supported a $15 million budget request to expand Dream Resource Liaisons and a $10 million allocation for Emergency Grant funding accessible to undocumented students. These proposals were approved in the Legislature’s joint budget package, and we are currently awaiting the Governor’s final budget decision.
Additionally, the SSCCC is an active member of the Undocumented Student Higher Education Coalition, collaborating with statewide partners to promote policies and resources that advance equity and opportunity for undocumented students across the California Community College system.