HR 62 by Berman
HR 62
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Overview
This resolution designates September as Student Parent Month in California to recognize the significant contributions and challenges faced by student parents in the state. It acknowledges that approximately 300,000 undergraduate and 100,000 graduate student parents are raising over half a million children, often facing increased costs and a lack of adequate support on college campuses. The resolution aims to increase visibility, resources, and support for this population and encourage institutions to better serve student parents, aligning with state goals for postsecondary education attainment.
Key provisions
- Designates September as Student Parent Month in California.
- Encourages policymakers and institutions to support student parents.
- Recognizes the unique challenges faced by student parents, including increased costs and lack of support.
- References previous legislation (AB 2881 and AB 2458) aimed at supporting student parents.
- Acknowledges the national recognition of National Student Parent Month.
- Calls for colleges and universities to become more student parent-serving institutions.
- Connects student parent support to broader state goals of postsecondary education attainment.
- References the state’s 3.9 million parents without a college degree.
Who is affected
- Student parents (undergraduate and graduate)
- Their children
- California’s higher education institutions
- Policymakers
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