Legislative Priorities

For 2023, the North Orange County Community College District has identified 10 crucial legislative priorities—five at the state level and five at the federal level—that are central to advancing the needs of our students, staff, and faculty while ensuring the District’s long-term sustainability.

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These priorities empower our advocates in Sacramento and Washington, D.C. to address key issues effectively and drive meaningful results. While these 10 priorities are essential, they represent only a portion of the broader legislative landscape the District will engage with and advocate on throughout the year.

State Legislative Priorities

  • Meeting Labor Market Demands
  • Basic Needs
  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism (DEIA)
  • Non-credit Advocacy
  • Long-Term Financial Stability

Federal Legislative Priorities

  • Financial Aid
  • Support for In-Person and Digital Learning
  • Cybersecurity 
  • Congressional Funding Requests
  • Support Advocacy Efforts for Undocumented Students

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