California Policy Updates
Breaking News: Release of 21st CCLC Funds Imminent!
July 18, 2025
BREAKING NEWS
Please see below for a timely update from the Afterschool Alliance:
The federal government is saying it will release funds for local afterschool and summer programs–FY25 21st Century Community Learning Centers funds–to states next week. This victory for children and families is a direct result of your work. Every one of your efforts to communicate with lawmakers, mobilize parents and allies, and so much more mattered!!!
Take a moment to celebrate!
CAN Policy Update – California’s Budget Agreement & Expanded Learning
July 2025
In late June, the Governor and Legislature reached an agreement on the 2025-26 California Budget, and on June 30th, Governor Newsom signed the Budget Act of 2025 (AB 102).
FY 2025/2026 Budget Impacts on Expanded Learning
We are happy to share that the California Legislature and Governor Newsom have maintained their commitment to Expanded Learning programs. Despite fiscal challenges, funding for Expanded Learning has increased:
CAN Policy Newsletter- Navigating A Complex Policy Landscape
May 23, 2025
Welcome back to our Policy Newsletter!
If you’re new here or missed a recent edition, you can catch up on past newsletters and policy updates here.
There’s been a lot of movement in both state and federal policy over the past few months. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant stream of updates and the questions they raise about the work we care so deeply about. Our families and communities are feeling this too, and that’s completely understandable.
The Beginning of the Legislative Season!
January 22, 2025
In some good news this January, we
were appreciative to see that the Governor’s Budget Summary, which
was released on January 10, 2025, and reminded us that the
Governor is following up with his dedication to serving our
students and families in California by protecting ELO-P with a
$435 million increase.
The End of the Legislative Season + Light’s On!
September 17, 2024
We are at the end of the legislative
season! The bills that passed the legislature are now
awaiting the governor’s decision. The deadline for the governor
to sign or veto them is September 30th.
Due to it being an election year, the legislative season ends early, giving legislators time to work on their campaigns for election or reelection.
CAN Policy Newsletter – California’s Budget Agreement & Expanded Learning
July 10, 2024
In late June the Governor and Legislature reached an agreement on the 2024-25 California Budget and on June 26, Governor Newsom signed the Budget Act of 2024 (AB 107). Governor Newsom made it clear that the budget would maintain strong support for schools, including Expanded Learning.
First Look at Budget Trailer Details 2024-2025
February 2024
Budget Trailer Process
Every January, California’s Governor announces his proposed budget for the upcoming year, and Governor Newsom released his 2024-25 proposed budget on January 10, 2024. In case you missed it, click here for our post with more details on his proposed budget.
California’s Governor Proposed Budget for 2024-25
$4 Billion for ELO-P Still In Tact
Every January, the California budget process is kicked into high gear when the Governor announces his proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The budget for 2024-25 was announced on Wednesday, January 10. This budget includes high-level details for proposed spending, with additional details to be sorted out in the coming months.
California’s Budget Agreement & Expanded Learning
FY 23-24: Summary Overview (Corrected July 14)
In late June the Governor and Legislature reached an agreement on the 2023-24 California Budget and on June 27, Governor Newsom signed the Budget Act of 2023 (SB 101).
On July 10 the Governor also approved a“budget bill jr.” (AB 102) that amended SB 101 as well as a number of budget trailer bills that support the implementation of the budget.
Governor’s May Budget Revision Protects Expanded Learning Investments
May 2023
The California AfterSchool Network (CAN) commends the Governor for his dedication to transformative investments in public education in the May Revision, in particular the investments into Expanded Learning programs, despite California facing a significant budget deficit. At CAN we envision compassionate communities that collaborate with expanded learning/out-of-school time (OST) programs to support whole children, families, and communities so that every young person and every family is well-known, well-cared for, and prepared to thrive.
California’s Governor Proposed Budget for 2023-24
May Revision
May Revision Budget Process
The May Revision budget process is crucial for California’s fiscal planning and governance and aims to maintain a balanced and equitable budget. It allows for adjustments based on updated economic conditions and revenue projections. The process involves reviewing the initial budget proposal and considering the latest economic data and revenue forecasts. It helps policymakers assess the state’s financial health, address emerging priorities, and allocate resources wisely.
California’s Governor Proposed Budget for 2023-24
Every January the California budget process is kicked into high gear when the Governor announces his proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The budget for 2023-24 was announced on Tuesday, January 10. This budget includes high-level details for proposed spending with additional details to be sorted out in the coming months.
FY 22-23 ELO-P Apportionment Rates Posted
July 20, 2022
The California Department of Education (CDE) has posted its preliminary apportionments for fiscal year 2022-23 (FY 22-23).
This includes preliminary funding rates and information for various programs including the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P):
New and Updated ELO-Program FAQs Posted!
May 10, 2022
The California Department of Education, Expanded Learning Division, is proud to announce the release of new and updated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)!
This email is a notification that the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program now has a total of 26 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Some FAQs have been updated based on feedback from the field. Others are completely new and provide guidance on concepts such as “offer” and “provide access.”
Extension Provided for ASES, 21st CCLC, & ASSETS FY 2021-22 Grants
May 4, 2022
Due of the delay in the release of the grant award notifications because of applying the rate increase from the California American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) funding, the California Department of Education (CDE), Expanded Learning Division (EXLD) extended the grant award notifications from a normal twelve month grant period to an eighteen month grant period ending on December 31, 2022.
CDE Update on Grant Reduction Suspension
January 21, 2022
The Expanded Learning
Division (EXLD) has received communications
from the After School Education and Safety as
well
as 21st Century Community Learning Centers grantees
across the state requesting the suspension of grant reductions
for 2022 due to ongoing external circumstances. The
EXLD has heard you and understands the challenges of
COVID, workforce shortages, and the impact current circumstances
are having on attendance resulting in the concern regarding
future grant reductions.
Governor’s Proposed Budget for 2022-23
January 12, 2022
Governor’s Proposal Has Billions
in Education & Other Child Investments
On Monday, January 10, California Governor Newsom released his proposed budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23.
With unprecedented funding available for CA’s budget, there are again significant increases in the K-12 budget and other budgets that support California’s children and families.
A few highlights specifically for Expanded Learning include:
Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) Program Plan Guide Released!
December 1, 2021
The California Department of Education (CDE) Expanded Learning Division has announced the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) Program Plan Guide has been posted on the CDE Webpage at https://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/ex/documents/elopprogplanguide.pdf
Take Action Today: Governor’s May Revise Budget
Sign On Letter Due Today by 1:00 PM
Budget decisions are moving quickly and that the Assembly and Senate Budget Subcommittees will be voting on education proposals on Tuesday, May 25.
The Governor’s budget proposal makes a historic commitment to grow afterschool and summer programs in the most under-resourced communities. However, action is needed to stabilize our existing expanded learning system with adequate daily rates, make sure we don’t leave out our middle and high school students, and ensure the engagement of community partners.
Governor’s May Revise – Big News for Afterschool in CA!
May 14, 2021
Big news this week!
On Wednesday, May 12, 2021 during a press conference Governor Newsom announced his “Plan to Transform Public Schools into Gateways of Opportunity” with a $20 Billion investment. Today the Governor announced his full May Revision proposal for the 2021-22 Budget.