California bill would create state recognition for colleges serving AANHPI students after federal cuts

The bill targets disparities as it breaks out data by AANHPI ethnic subgroup.

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A California bill creating a state designation for colleges serving Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students reached the state Senate’s calendar for a floor vote, days after clearing the Appropriations Committee.

About the bill

Assembly Bill 2374, introduced by Assembly Member Mike Fong (D-Alhambr…