We work with local, state, and federal leaders to make college and career training
more affordable and accessible for our community.
What we do
We share data, student stories, and community needs with policymakers so they understand what our colleges and students need to succeed.
Who this work supports
- Students seeking affordable education and job training
- Employers who rely on a skilled local workforce
- Communities investing in public colleges
SBCCD's 2026 Legislative and Budget Priorities:
These public policy priorities reflect the needs of our students, colleges, and the communities we serve across the Inland Empire.
Keeping college and career training affordable
Supporting financial aid and streamlined access to existing programs so students can
complete training, enter the workforce, or transfer without unnecessary delays or
debt.
Expanding job training for good-paying careers
Investing in workforce programs, apprenticeships, and career education pathways that
prepare students for local jobs in health care, public safety, skilled trades, and
other high-demand fields.
Supporting adult learners and working students
Allowing adults to earn credit for prior experience and complete job training faster,
saving time, money, and taxpayer resources.
Building affordable student housing and addressing basic needs
Supporting housing and food access solutions that help students stay enrolled, complete
training, and enter the workforce prepared.
Strengthening transfer and bachelor’s degree pathways
Expanding community college bachelor’s degrees and improving transfer between community
colleges, Cal State, and UC so students can continue their education without repeating
coursework.
Maintaining safe, modern learning and training facilities
Investing in classrooms, labs, emergency response training centers, and job training
facilities that support hands-on learning and regional workforce needs.
Safeguarding fiscal stability for community colleges
Protecting core funding and emergency readiness so colleges can continue serving students
and communities during crises.
Sustaining local public media as a public service
Supporting KVCR as a source of emergency information, educational programming, and
local news for Inland Empire residents.
Learn More
Download 2026 Priorities (PDF)
Board Legislative Committee Meetings, Agendas & Minutes