Governor Signs Historic Free College Bill into Law

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Governor Signs Historic Free College Bill for West Valley-Mission Community College District into Law, Expanding Access to Thousands

For Immediate Release

September 24th, 2024

SACRAMENTO – This weekend, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 3158 into law, marking a major victory for students in the West Valley-Mission Community College District (WVMCCD). The groundbreaking legislation, authored by Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park), grants WVMCCD the ability to waive tuition fees for all residents living within its service area, expanding access to higher education and removing financial barriers for thousands.

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Student testimonials and remarks from Assemblymember Berman and Chancellor Davis will be provided at the “AB 3158: Beyond the Promise—Free College for Every Student” press conference on Monday, September 30th, from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM at the Student Services Courtyard of West Valley College. For press inquiries, please contact Cade Story-Yetto, Chief of Staff, at [email protected].

Last Updated 9/25/24