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AB 2555: English learners: reclassification.

California · Assembly · 2025–2026 Regular Session · last verified August 25, 2026

What AB 2555 does, verified August 25, 2026

<p>The bill amends and updates reclassification procedures for English learners in California's education system. It requires school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools to inform parents or guardians clearly about their child’s classification as an English learner and progress towards proficiency.</p> <p>Starting July 1, 2027, a pupil is reclassified from English learner to English proficient if they meet the score set by the state board on an assessment of English language proficiency. Local educational agencies must ensure that reclassified pupils' instructional programs reflect their new status and communicate this change to parents or guardians.</p> <p>Commencing July 1, 2028, for certain English learners with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) who do not qualify for the statewide alternate assessment but demonstrate proficiency through alternative cour…

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Last action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading. (2026-08-24)Alert me
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Robert RivasJosh HooverJosh LowenthalGail PellerinRick Chavez ZburMia BontaAlexandra MacedoAl Muratsuchi
Recent actions26 total · showing 5
Aug. 24, 2026Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
Aug. 20, 2026Read third time and amended. Ordered to second reading.
Aug. 17, 2026Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
Aug. 13, 2026Read second time and amended. Ordered returned to second reading.
Aug. 13, 2026From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended. (Ayes 7. Noes 0.) (August 13).
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