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AB 673CALIFORNIASession 20252026

California AB 673 creates grant program for unaccompanied homeless youth in schools

Original title: Unaccompanied homeless pupils: Unaccompanied Youth Support Grant Program.

August 13, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This bill establishes a new funding stream for school districts to provide targeted social and educational support to , a population that currently faces significant barriers to academic success and housing stability.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

unaccompanied youth

Students aged 16-17 who are homeless and unaccompanied will be the recipients of support services funded by the grants.

local educational agencies

School districts, county offices of education, and charter schools are eligible to apply for and manage the grant funds.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

AB 673 requires the State Department of Education to launch a five-year pilot grant program starting in the 2028-29 to support unaccompanied homeless students aged 16 and 17. Local educational agencies will receive funding to improve attendance, graduation rates, and housing stability for these students.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This bill establishes a new funding stream for school districts to provide targeted social and educational support to , a population that currently faces significant barriers to academic success and housing stability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for support under this program?
The program targets who are 16 or 17 years of age and enrolled in a .
What can the grant money be used for?
Funds can be used for referrals to existing social services, providing basic needs, and offering educational support services to improve attendance, engagement, and graduation rates.
When does this program start?
The grants are scheduled to commence with the 2028-29 .

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Targeted Support for Older Homeless Youth

The bill specifically narrows the focus of support to unaccompanied youth aged 16-17, rather than the broader K-12 homeless population.

Connected Entities

personSuperintendent of Public InstructionThe official responsible for awarding the 5-year grants to local educational ageMap →
organizationState Department of EducationThe department responsible for administering the grant program and receiving annMap →
otherUnaccompanied Youth Support Grant ProgramThe pilot program created by this bill to support unaccompanied youth.Map →

Sources

Open source document

openstates.org

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