States / California / Bills
CA SB1194

Immigration Legal Fellowship Project.

Engrossed Senate Anna Caballero (D)
Plain English Summary

California SB1194 establishes an Immigration Legal Fellowship Project aimed at improving access to immigration legal services. The bill adds a new section to the Welfare and Institutions Code, which will help provide support for legal assistance to individuals navigating the immigration process. This initiative is designed to enhance the availability of legal resources for immigrants in California.

Supporters Say

Supporters of SB1194 argue that this bill is a crucial step towards ensuring that immigrants have the legal support they need to navigate complex immigration laws. By creating the Immigration Legal Fellowship Project, California is taking proactive measures to protect vulnerable populations and promote justice and equity in the immigration system.

Critics Say

Critics of SB1194 may contend that the bill represents an unnecessary expansion of government resources towards immigration services, potentially diverting funds from other pressing needs. They might argue that it could encourage illegal immigration by providing legal assistance that some believe should not be funded by taxpayers.

Legislative Votes
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
A · Jun 23, 2026
Passed
9
YEA
3
NAY
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Judiciary]
A · Jun 16, 2026
Passed
6
YEA
1
NAY
Senate 3rd Reading SB1194 Caballero et al
Senate · May 19, 2026
Passed
30
YEA
9
NAY
Do pass
Senate · May 14, 2026
Passed
5
YEA
2
NAY
Placed on suspense file
Senate · May 4, 2026
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
Senate · Apr 20, 2026
Passed
3
YEA
1
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Human Services]
Senate · Apr 14, 2026
Passed
11
YEA
1
NAY

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the California State Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.