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.
In times like these, staying connected to our purpose is more important than ever. We are a field rooted in care: we show up for children, youth, and those who need support the most. We encourage folks to stay grounded in our “why,” stay informed in manageable ways, and extend compassion to ourselves and others. Together, we can continue to move forward.
Resource: How to keep up with the news without getting overwhelmed
In This Newsletter:
May Revise Invests More Into Expanded Learning!
Additional $525.5 M for Expanded Learning
May Revise has come! Governor Newsom delivered his May Revision of the California state budget on May 14th.
We are grateful for our Governor’s commitment to education and are happy to see more investment in Expanded Learning funding!
“Here’s a program that I’m deeply prideful of as well. So much attention was rightfully placed by a previous administration, Govenor Arnold Schwarzenegger. There’s a lot of credit for afterschool programs. We’ve 10Xed that.” -Gavin Newsom.
What is the May Revise?
The May Revision, also known as the May Revise, is an update to the governor’s proposed budget released in January. This revision reflects an updated economic and revenue outlook that affects us all. California state law states it must be released before or on May 14th.
This high-level summary indicates changes to the January proposal; it is not detailed and does not include all budget items.
May Revise Budget Impacts on Expanded Learning
ELO-P Updates
May 2025
SB-153 the “Education Omnibus Budget Trailer Bill” for the 2024-25 Fiscal Year (FY) was signed into law on June 29, 2024 resulting in several impacts to Expanded Learning. Since the passage of this budget trailer bill the California Department of Education (CDE) has been working to provide additional guidance and instructions to districts on various topics including:
- Attendance Recovery
- ELO-P Expenditure Deadlines & Reporting
- Returned Funds & FY 2024-25 Rate 2 Increases
This post will provide high level updates and access to additional resources.
Federal Budget Updates
May 2025
Currently, Congress is navigating two budget processes: FY 25 Appropriations (Oct 1, 2024 – Sept 30, 2025) and FY 26 Appropriations (Oct 1, 2025 – Sept 30 2026).
FY 25
On Thursday, May 22, the U.S House of Representatives passed its Reconciliation Bill. This process is typically used when the Executive Branch’s (the president’s) party is the majority in the Senate and the House but doesn’t have the necessary votes to pass fiscal legislation. This will allow for this legislation to pass quickly, aligning with the priorities of the current administration.
Protect Medicaid Funding
Contact Congress to Protect Medicaid Funding
More than 5 million children in California depend on Medi-Cal - California’s Medicaid program. Recent actions taken by Congress could lead to devastating cuts to federal funding and jeopardize access to care. Please join the National Center for Youth Law in contacting your representative to ensure that the young people and their families that rely on Medi-Cal can continue to do so.
Join Us for EXL Office Hours – Summer 2025!
Select Fridays in July & August
The California AfterSchool Network (CAN), in partnership with the California Department of Education (CDE) Expanded Learning Division (EXLD) and other members of the System of Support for Expanded Learning (SSEL), is co-hosting virtual Summer 2025 Expanded Learning Office Hours this July and August.
Access Materials from the Spring 2025 ELO-P Academy!
April 2025
The California AfterSchool Network, in partnership with the California Department of Education’s Expanded Learning Division, co-hosted the Spring 2025 Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) Academy. This multi-day virtual convening of workshops is provided to support our District, School, and Community Partner practitioners with the design and continued implementation of the CA Expanded Learning Opportunities Program.
Each day was focused on one specific topic related to Expanded Learning:
Resources for Families Impacted by Immigration Policies
California’s rich diversity is one of the key factors that makes our state so unique and beautiful. Unfortunately, due to the recent administration’s policies regarding immigration, many of our undocumented and partially documented communities are being affected.
Here are some resources that can assist programs in better supporting their families:
Check Out CAN’s Other Newsletters!
Access the CAN newsletter archives to view past newsletters today! You may be interested in some of our other newsletters as well: