Governor Newsom Vetoes Historic Bill That Would Have Leveled the Playing Field for California Students Seeking Jobs at Their Public Universities
The bill was backed by several leading labor, education, and immigrant rights groups in the state and passed the state legislature last month with overwhelming support.
This is Governor Newsom’s second time vetoing the Opportunity for All Act, first neglecting to sign the bill in 2024.
California State Legislature Passes Bill That Would Ensure Equal Access to Opportunities on CA College Campuses
The Legislature’s passage of AB 713 marks a historic milestone; but the fight is far from over. The Opportunity for All Coalition now calls on Governor Gavin Newsom to swiftly sign AB 713 into law and make California the first state in the nation to guarantee undocumented students equal access to campus employment at its public colleges and universities.
The Opportunity for All Coalition celebrates the passage of AB 713 by the Assembly Higher Education Committee
The Coalition calls on the Legislature to take swift action and pass the landmark bill