CA SB761

CalFresh: student eligibility.

Vetoed Senate Angelique Ashby (D)
Plain English Summary

CA SB761 aimed to expand eligibility for CalFresh, California's food assistance program, specifically for students. It proposed changes to education and welfare codes to ensure more students could access food benefits. However, the bill was ultimately vetoed.

Supporters Say

Supporters of CA SB761 would argue that the bill was a crucial step towards addressing food insecurity among students, helping them focus on their education without the burden of hunger. They would highlight that expanding CalFresh eligibility could improve academic outcomes and overall student well-being.

Critics Say

Critics of CA SB761 might contend that expanding CalFresh eligibility for students could lead to increased government spending and potential misuse of resources. They may argue that it could incentivize dependency on public assistance rather than encouraging self-sufficiency among students.

Legislative Votes
Unfinished Business SB761 Ashby et al. Concurrence
Senate · Sep 12, 2025
Passed
38
YEA
0
NAY
SB 761 Ashby Senate Third Reading By Tangipa
A · Sep 11, 2025
Passed
80
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass
A · Aug 29, 2025
Passed
15
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
A · Jul 15, 2025
Passed
6
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended and be re-referred to the Committee on [Human Services]
A · Jul 8, 2025
Passed
10
YEA
0
NAY
Special Consent SB761 Ashby
Senate · Jun 4, 2025
Passed
39
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended
Senate · May 23, 2025
Passed
6
YEA
0
NAY
Placed on suspense file
Senate · May 5, 2025
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations] with the recommendation: To Consent Calendar
Senate · Apr 21, 2025
Passed
5
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended, but first amend, and re-refer to the Committee on [Human Services]
Senate · Apr 9, 2025
Passed
7
YEA
0
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.