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CA SB550

California State University, San Jose: legal partnership pilot program.

Engrossed Senate Dave Cortese (D)
Plain English Summary

California SB550 establishes a legal partnership pilot program at San Jose State University. This program aims to enhance legal education and provide students with practical experience through partnerships with legal organizations. The bill outlines provisions for the program's implementation and eventual repeal.

Supporters Say

Supporters of SB550 argue that this bill will provide valuable opportunities for law students at San Jose State University, helping them gain practical experience in the legal field. They believe that the partnership with legal organizations will strengthen the university's programs and better prepare students for their careers.

Critics Say

Critics of SB550 may contend that the bill diverts resources from other important educational programs at San Jose State University. They might also argue that the pilot program could lead to an overemphasis on legal education at the expense of other disciplines, limiting the university's overall educational diversity.

Legislative Votes
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
A · Jul 15, 2025
Passed
8
YEA
2
NAY
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Judiciary]
A · Jul 8, 2025
Passed
7
YEA
3
NAY
Senate 3rd Reading SB550 Cortese
Senate · Jun 2, 2025
Passed
29
YEA
6
NAY
Do pass as amended
Senate · May 23, 2025
Passed
5
YEA
0
NAY
Placed on suspense file
Senate · May 19, 2025
Passed
5
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended, but first amend, and re-refer to the Committee on [Appropriations]
Senate · Apr 29, 2025
Passed
10
YEA
1
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Judiciary]
Senate · Apr 23, 2025
Passed
5
YEA
1
NAY

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the California State Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.