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AB 467CALIFORNIASession 20252026

California bill codifies the California Center for Climate Change Education at West Los Angeles College

Original title: Los Angeles Community College District: California Center for Climate Change Education.

August 13, 2026

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What this does

This legislation secures the legal status of a climate education hub at West Los Angeles College, ensuring the $5,000,000 in state funding is permanently tied to the center's mission of providing hands-on learning and internship opportunities for community college students.

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Los Angeles Community College District

The district is the host entity for the center and is the subject of the special statute created by the bill.

California Community Colleges students

Students gain access to new climate-focused curriculum and internship opportunities provided by the center.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

AB 467 formally establishes the California Center for Climate Change Education within the Los Angeles Community College District to provide climate-focused curriculum and student internships. The bill codifies the center's existence, which is supported by a $5,000,000 state for development and initial operations.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This legislation secures the legal status of a climate education hub at West Los Angeles College, ensuring the $5,000,000 in state funding is permanently tied to the center's mission of providing hands-on learning and internship opportunities for community college students.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the California Center for Climate Change Education?
The center is designed to promote climate change education throughout the California Community Colleges system and provide students with hands-on internships and learning opportunities.
Where will the center be located?
The center is located at West Los Angeles College, which is part of the Los Angeles Community College District.

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Connected Entities

organizationCalifornia Center for Climate Change EducationThe center being codified by this bill.Map →
organizationLos Angeles Community College DistrictThe district responsible for hosting the California Center for Climate Change EdMap →
locationWest Los Angeles CollegeThe specific campus where the center is located.Map →
organizationCalifornia Community CollegesThe broader system of public postsecondary education in California.Map →

Sources

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openstates.org

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