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California Assembly Bill AB695 Introduced / Bill

Filed 02/14/2025

                    CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20252026 REGULAR SESSION Assembly Bill No. 695Introduced by Assembly Member FongFebruary 14, 2025 An act to add Article 10 (commencing with Section 76150) to Chapter 1 of Part 47 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to community colleges. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTAB 695, as introduced, Fong. California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act.Existing law establishes the California Community Colleges, under the administration of the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges as one of the 3 segments of public postsecondary education in the state. Existing law establishes uniform residency requirements for purposes of ascertaining the amount of tuition and fees to be paid by students of public postsecondary educational institutions. Existing law requires a student classified as a nonresident to pay nonresident tuition, in addition to other fees required by the institution, except as provided.This bill, the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act, would exempt a community college student from paying nonresident tuition if the student has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions, was not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation, provides proof of deportation status, and reenrolls in a community college online education program. The bill would require a deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a community college to be eligible for nonresident tuition, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and eligible for the nonresident tuition exemption at the time of deportation, and would require the student to be eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment. The bill would require the board of governors to adopt specified regulations related to the bill, including regulations that establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility. To the extent that the bill would impose new duties on community college districts, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program.The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.This bill would provide that, if the Commission on State Mandates determines that the bill contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement for those costs shall be made pursuant to the statutory provisions noted above.Digest Key Vote: MAJORITY  Appropriation: NO  Fiscal Committee: YES  Local Program: YES Bill TextThe people of the State of California do enact as follows:SECTION 1. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:(a) Many California community college students face potential deportation, disrupting their educational goals and delaying their ability to contribute to the community and economy.(b) Online education offers a flexible, viable solution for students to continue their education in their country of origin.(c) Supporting continuity of education aligns with the states commitment to accessibility, equity, and economic mobility.(d) Educating former California undocumented students online in their country of origin offers several benefits for the state, balancing access to education with broader societal and economic advantages. Furthermore, this approach aligns with Californias commitment to education equity, innovation, and global leadership.(e) Some students may later return to the United States with legal immigration status, bringing valuable expertise and education to Californias workforce.(f) Educated alumni who remain connected to California institutions can foster international collaborations in business, research, and culture.(g) Helping these students succeed can contribute to global development, reducing economic disparities and migration pressures.SEC. 2. Article 10 (commencing with Section 76150) is added to Chapter 1 of Part 47 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, to read: Article 10. California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act76150. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act.76151. For purposes of this article, the following definitions shall apply:(a) Deported student means a student who has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions commencing in 2025 but was enrolled in a California community college at the time of deportation.(b) Online education program means a distance learning program offered by a California community college that allows students to complete coursework remotely.76152. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, a deported student shall be exempt from paying nonresident tuition under this article if the student meets all of the following requirements:(1) The student was enrolled in a California community college and not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation.(2) The student provides proof of deportation status.(3) The student reenrolls in an online education program offered by a California community college.(b) A deported student that meets the requirements of subdivision (a) shall be exempt from nonresident tuition for the duration of the students enrollment in an online education program.(c) A deported student shall remain exempt from paying nonresident tuition until completion of an associate degree for transfer, associate of arts degree, or an equivalent certification.(d) A deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a California community college shall be eligible for both of the following:(1) Retaining residency status for nonresident tuition and fee purposes, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and met the requirements under subdivision (a) at the time of deportation.(2) Being exempt from nonresident tuition and eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment.76153. On or before July 1, 2026, the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges shall adopt regulations that do all of the following:(a) Establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility.(b) Maintain confidentiality and privacy of immigration-related information.(c) Develop guidelines on how a California community college determines the course grade of a deported student if the student is deported after the beginning of a semester and after the final date to drop a course.(d) Establish a timeframe for deported students to apply to resume attendance.SEC. 3. If the Commission on State Mandates determines that this act contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement to local agencies and school districts for those costs shall be made pursuant to Part 7 (commencing with Section 17500) of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Government Code.

 CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20252026 REGULAR SESSION Assembly Bill No. 695Introduced by Assembly Member FongFebruary 14, 2025 An act to add Article 10 (commencing with Section 76150) to Chapter 1 of Part 47 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to community colleges. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTAB 695, as introduced, Fong. California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act.Existing law establishes the California Community Colleges, under the administration of the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges as one of the 3 segments of public postsecondary education in the state. Existing law establishes uniform residency requirements for purposes of ascertaining the amount of tuition and fees to be paid by students of public postsecondary educational institutions. Existing law requires a student classified as a nonresident to pay nonresident tuition, in addition to other fees required by the institution, except as provided.This bill, the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act, would exempt a community college student from paying nonresident tuition if the student has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions, was not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation, provides proof of deportation status, and reenrolls in a community college online education program. The bill would require a deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a community college to be eligible for nonresident tuition, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and eligible for the nonresident tuition exemption at the time of deportation, and would require the student to be eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment. The bill would require the board of governors to adopt specified regulations related to the bill, including regulations that establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility. To the extent that the bill would impose new duties on community college districts, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program.The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.This bill would provide that, if the Commission on State Mandates determines that the bill contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement for those costs shall be made pursuant to the statutory provisions noted above.Digest Key Vote: MAJORITY  Appropriation: NO  Fiscal Committee: YES  Local Program: YES 





 CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20252026 REGULAR SESSION

 Assembly Bill 

No. 695

Introduced by Assembly Member FongFebruary 14, 2025

Introduced by Assembly Member Fong
February 14, 2025

 An act to add Article 10 (commencing with Section 76150) to Chapter 1 of Part 47 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to community colleges. 

LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST

## LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST

AB 695, as introduced, Fong. California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act.

Existing law establishes the California Community Colleges, under the administration of the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges as one of the 3 segments of public postsecondary education in the state. Existing law establishes uniform residency requirements for purposes of ascertaining the amount of tuition and fees to be paid by students of public postsecondary educational institutions. Existing law requires a student classified as a nonresident to pay nonresident tuition, in addition to other fees required by the institution, except as provided.This bill, the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act, would exempt a community college student from paying nonresident tuition if the student has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions, was not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation, provides proof of deportation status, and reenrolls in a community college online education program. The bill would require a deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a community college to be eligible for nonresident tuition, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and eligible for the nonresident tuition exemption at the time of deportation, and would require the student to be eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment. The bill would require the board of governors to adopt specified regulations related to the bill, including regulations that establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility. To the extent that the bill would impose new duties on community college districts, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program.The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.This bill would provide that, if the Commission on State Mandates determines that the bill contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement for those costs shall be made pursuant to the statutory provisions noted above.

Existing law establishes the California Community Colleges, under the administration of the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges as one of the 3 segments of public postsecondary education in the state. Existing law establishes uniform residency requirements for purposes of ascertaining the amount of tuition and fees to be paid by students of public postsecondary educational institutions. Existing law requires a student classified as a nonresident to pay nonresident tuition, in addition to other fees required by the institution, except as provided.

This bill, the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act, would exempt a community college student from paying nonresident tuition if the student has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions, was not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation, provides proof of deportation status, and reenrolls in a community college online education program. The bill would require a deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a community college to be eligible for nonresident tuition, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and eligible for the nonresident tuition exemption at the time of deportation, and would require the student to be eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment. The bill would require the board of governors to adopt specified regulations related to the bill, including regulations that establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility. To the extent that the bill would impose new duties on community college districts, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program.

The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.

This bill would provide that, if the Commission on State Mandates determines that the bill contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement for those costs shall be made pursuant to the statutory provisions noted above.

## Digest Key

## Bill Text

The people of the State of California do enact as follows:SECTION 1. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:(a) Many California community college students face potential deportation, disrupting their educational goals and delaying their ability to contribute to the community and economy.(b) Online education offers a flexible, viable solution for students to continue their education in their country of origin.(c) Supporting continuity of education aligns with the states commitment to accessibility, equity, and economic mobility.(d) Educating former California undocumented students online in their country of origin offers several benefits for the state, balancing access to education with broader societal and economic advantages. Furthermore, this approach aligns with Californias commitment to education equity, innovation, and global leadership.(e) Some students may later return to the United States with legal immigration status, bringing valuable expertise and education to Californias workforce.(f) Educated alumni who remain connected to California institutions can foster international collaborations in business, research, and culture.(g) Helping these students succeed can contribute to global development, reducing economic disparities and migration pressures.SEC. 2. Article 10 (commencing with Section 76150) is added to Chapter 1 of Part 47 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, to read: Article 10. California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act76150. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act.76151. For purposes of this article, the following definitions shall apply:(a) Deported student means a student who has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions commencing in 2025 but was enrolled in a California community college at the time of deportation.(b) Online education program means a distance learning program offered by a California community college that allows students to complete coursework remotely.76152. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, a deported student shall be exempt from paying nonresident tuition under this article if the student meets all of the following requirements:(1) The student was enrolled in a California community college and not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation.(2) The student provides proof of deportation status.(3) The student reenrolls in an online education program offered by a California community college.(b) A deported student that meets the requirements of subdivision (a) shall be exempt from nonresident tuition for the duration of the students enrollment in an online education program.(c) A deported student shall remain exempt from paying nonresident tuition until completion of an associate degree for transfer, associate of arts degree, or an equivalent certification.(d) A deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a California community college shall be eligible for both of the following:(1) Retaining residency status for nonresident tuition and fee purposes, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and met the requirements under subdivision (a) at the time of deportation.(2) Being exempt from nonresident tuition and eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment.76153. On or before July 1, 2026, the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges shall adopt regulations that do all of the following:(a) Establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility.(b) Maintain confidentiality and privacy of immigration-related information.(c) Develop guidelines on how a California community college determines the course grade of a deported student if the student is deported after the beginning of a semester and after the final date to drop a course.(d) Establish a timeframe for deported students to apply to resume attendance.SEC. 3. If the Commission on State Mandates determines that this act contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement to local agencies and school districts for those costs shall be made pursuant to Part 7 (commencing with Section 17500) of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Government Code.

The people of the State of California do enact as follows:

## The people of the State of California do enact as follows:

SECTION 1. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:(a) Many California community college students face potential deportation, disrupting their educational goals and delaying their ability to contribute to the community and economy.(b) Online education offers a flexible, viable solution for students to continue their education in their country of origin.(c) Supporting continuity of education aligns with the states commitment to accessibility, equity, and economic mobility.(d) Educating former California undocumented students online in their country of origin offers several benefits for the state, balancing access to education with broader societal and economic advantages. Furthermore, this approach aligns with Californias commitment to education equity, innovation, and global leadership.(e) Some students may later return to the United States with legal immigration status, bringing valuable expertise and education to Californias workforce.(f) Educated alumni who remain connected to California institutions can foster international collaborations in business, research, and culture.(g) Helping these students succeed can contribute to global development, reducing economic disparities and migration pressures.

SECTION 1. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:(a) Many California community college students face potential deportation, disrupting their educational goals and delaying their ability to contribute to the community and economy.(b) Online education offers a flexible, viable solution for students to continue their education in their country of origin.(c) Supporting continuity of education aligns with the states commitment to accessibility, equity, and economic mobility.(d) Educating former California undocumented students online in their country of origin offers several benefits for the state, balancing access to education with broader societal and economic advantages. Furthermore, this approach aligns with Californias commitment to education equity, innovation, and global leadership.(e) Some students may later return to the United States with legal immigration status, bringing valuable expertise and education to Californias workforce.(f) Educated alumni who remain connected to California institutions can foster international collaborations in business, research, and culture.(g) Helping these students succeed can contribute to global development, reducing economic disparities and migration pressures.

SECTION 1. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:

### SECTION 1.

(a) Many California community college students face potential deportation, disrupting their educational goals and delaying their ability to contribute to the community and economy.

(b) Online education offers a flexible, viable solution for students to continue their education in their country of origin.

(c) Supporting continuity of education aligns with the states commitment to accessibility, equity, and economic mobility.

(d) Educating former California undocumented students online in their country of origin offers several benefits for the state, balancing access to education with broader societal and economic advantages. Furthermore, this approach aligns with Californias commitment to education equity, innovation, and global leadership.

(e) Some students may later return to the United States with legal immigration status, bringing valuable expertise and education to Californias workforce.

(f) Educated alumni who remain connected to California institutions can foster international collaborations in business, research, and culture.

(g) Helping these students succeed can contribute to global development, reducing economic disparities and migration pressures.

SEC. 2. Article 10 (commencing with Section 76150) is added to Chapter 1 of Part 47 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, to read: Article 10. California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act76150. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act.76151. For purposes of this article, the following definitions shall apply:(a) Deported student means a student who has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions commencing in 2025 but was enrolled in a California community college at the time of deportation.(b) Online education program means a distance learning program offered by a California community college that allows students to complete coursework remotely.76152. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, a deported student shall be exempt from paying nonresident tuition under this article if the student meets all of the following requirements:(1) The student was enrolled in a California community college and not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation.(2) The student provides proof of deportation status.(3) The student reenrolls in an online education program offered by a California community college.(b) A deported student that meets the requirements of subdivision (a) shall be exempt from nonresident tuition for the duration of the students enrollment in an online education program.(c) A deported student shall remain exempt from paying nonresident tuition until completion of an associate degree for transfer, associate of arts degree, or an equivalent certification.(d) A deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a California community college shall be eligible for both of the following:(1) Retaining residency status for nonresident tuition and fee purposes, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and met the requirements under subdivision (a) at the time of deportation.(2) Being exempt from nonresident tuition and eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment.76153. On or before July 1, 2026, the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges shall adopt regulations that do all of the following:(a) Establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility.(b) Maintain confidentiality and privacy of immigration-related information.(c) Develop guidelines on how a California community college determines the course grade of a deported student if the student is deported after the beginning of a semester and after the final date to drop a course.(d) Establish a timeframe for deported students to apply to resume attendance.

SEC. 2. Article 10 (commencing with Section 76150) is added to Chapter 1 of Part 47 of Division 7 of Title 3 of the Education Code, to read:

### SEC. 2.

 Article 10. California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act76150. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act.76151. For purposes of this article, the following definitions shall apply:(a) Deported student means a student who has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions commencing in 2025 but was enrolled in a California community college at the time of deportation.(b) Online education program means a distance learning program offered by a California community college that allows students to complete coursework remotely.76152. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, a deported student shall be exempt from paying nonresident tuition under this article if the student meets all of the following requirements:(1) The student was enrolled in a California community college and not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation.(2) The student provides proof of deportation status.(3) The student reenrolls in an online education program offered by a California community college.(b) A deported student that meets the requirements of subdivision (a) shall be exempt from nonresident tuition for the duration of the students enrollment in an online education program.(c) A deported student shall remain exempt from paying nonresident tuition until completion of an associate degree for transfer, associate of arts degree, or an equivalent certification.(d) A deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a California community college shall be eligible for both of the following:(1) Retaining residency status for nonresident tuition and fee purposes, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and met the requirements under subdivision (a) at the time of deportation.(2) Being exempt from nonresident tuition and eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment.76153. On or before July 1, 2026, the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges shall adopt regulations that do all of the following:(a) Establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility.(b) Maintain confidentiality and privacy of immigration-related information.(c) Develop guidelines on how a California community college determines the course grade of a deported student if the student is deported after the beginning of a semester and after the final date to drop a course.(d) Establish a timeframe for deported students to apply to resume attendance.

 Article 10. California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act76150. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act.76151. For purposes of this article, the following definitions shall apply:(a) Deported student means a student who has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions commencing in 2025 but was enrolled in a California community college at the time of deportation.(b) Online education program means a distance learning program offered by a California community college that allows students to complete coursework remotely.76152. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, a deported student shall be exempt from paying nonresident tuition under this article if the student meets all of the following requirements:(1) The student was enrolled in a California community college and not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation.(2) The student provides proof of deportation status.(3) The student reenrolls in an online education program offered by a California community college.(b) A deported student that meets the requirements of subdivision (a) shall be exempt from nonresident tuition for the duration of the students enrollment in an online education program.(c) A deported student shall remain exempt from paying nonresident tuition until completion of an associate degree for transfer, associate of arts degree, or an equivalent certification.(d) A deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a California community college shall be eligible for both of the following:(1) Retaining residency status for nonresident tuition and fee purposes, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and met the requirements under subdivision (a) at the time of deportation.(2) Being exempt from nonresident tuition and eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment.76153. On or before July 1, 2026, the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges shall adopt regulations that do all of the following:(a) Establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility.(b) Maintain confidentiality and privacy of immigration-related information.(c) Develop guidelines on how a California community college determines the course grade of a deported student if the student is deported after the beginning of a semester and after the final date to drop a course.(d) Establish a timeframe for deported students to apply to resume attendance.

 Article 10. California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act

 Article 10. California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act

76150. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act.



76150. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the California Community Colleges Access and Continuity for Deported Students Act.

76151. For purposes of this article, the following definitions shall apply:(a) Deported student means a student who has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions commencing in 2025 but was enrolled in a California community college at the time of deportation.(b) Online education program means a distance learning program offered by a California community college that allows students to complete coursework remotely.



76151. For purposes of this article, the following definitions shall apply:

(a) Deported student means a student who has been involuntarily removed from the United States due to immigration enforcement actions commencing in 2025 but was enrolled in a California community college at the time of deportation.

(b) Online education program means a distance learning program offered by a California community college that allows students to complete coursework remotely.

76152. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, a deported student shall be exempt from paying nonresident tuition under this article if the student meets all of the following requirements:(1) The student was enrolled in a California community college and not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation.(2) The student provides proof of deportation status.(3) The student reenrolls in an online education program offered by a California community college.(b) A deported student that meets the requirements of subdivision (a) shall be exempt from nonresident tuition for the duration of the students enrollment in an online education program.(c) A deported student shall remain exempt from paying nonresident tuition until completion of an associate degree for transfer, associate of arts degree, or an equivalent certification.(d) A deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a California community college shall be eligible for both of the following:(1) Retaining residency status for nonresident tuition and fee purposes, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and met the requirements under subdivision (a) at the time of deportation.(2) Being exempt from nonresident tuition and eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment.



76152. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, a deported student shall be exempt from paying nonresident tuition under this article if the student meets all of the following requirements:

(1) The student was enrolled in a California community college and not paying nonresident tuition at the time of deportation.

(2) The student provides proof of deportation status.

(3) The student reenrolls in an online education program offered by a California community college.

(b) A deported student that meets the requirements of subdivision (a) shall be exempt from nonresident tuition for the duration of the students enrollment in an online education program.

(c) A deported student shall remain exempt from paying nonresident tuition until completion of an associate degree for transfer, associate of arts degree, or an equivalent certification.

(d) A deported student who legally reenters the United States and resumes in-person education at a California community college shall be eligible for both of the following:

(1) Retaining residency status for nonresident tuition and fee purposes, provided the student was previously classified as a resident and met the requirements under subdivision (a) at the time of deportation.

(2) Being exempt from nonresident tuition and eligible for financial aid upon reenrollment.

76153. On or before July 1, 2026, the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges shall adopt regulations that do all of the following:(a) Establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility.(b) Maintain confidentiality and privacy of immigration-related information.(c) Develop guidelines on how a California community college determines the course grade of a deported student if the student is deported after the beginning of a semester and after the final date to drop a course.(d) Establish a timeframe for deported students to apply to resume attendance.



76153. On or before July 1, 2026, the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges shall adopt regulations that do all of the following:

(a) Establish procedures for verifying deportation status and eligibility.

(b) Maintain confidentiality and privacy of immigration-related information.

(c) Develop guidelines on how a California community college determines the course grade of a deported student if the student is deported after the beginning of a semester and after the final date to drop a course.

(d) Establish a timeframe for deported students to apply to resume attendance.

SEC. 3. If the Commission on State Mandates determines that this act contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement to local agencies and school districts for those costs shall be made pursuant to Part 7 (commencing with Section 17500) of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Government Code.

SEC. 3. If the Commission on State Mandates determines that this act contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement to local agencies and school districts for those costs shall be made pursuant to Part 7 (commencing with Section 17500) of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Government Code.

SEC. 3. If the Commission on State Mandates determines that this act contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement to local agencies and school districts for those costs shall be made pursuant to Part 7 (commencing with Section 17500) of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Government Code.

### SEC. 3.