California AB1391 proposes funding for transitional kindergarten programs in basic aid school districts and necessary small schools.

California AB1391 aims to ensure basic aid school districts and necessary small schools can provide quality transitional kindergarten programs without budget cuts. The bill allocates funding from the General Fund to the Superintendent for distribution to these schools, starting from the 2025–26 fiscal year. Funding is calculated based on average daily attendance and prior fiscal year funding amounts. The bill also includes provisions for the continuity of essential induction and training services for beginning teachers. Despite its intent, AB1391 failed as of February 2, 2026.

California AB1391 proposes funding for transitional kindergarten programs in basic aid school districts and necessary small schools.

California AB1391 aims to ensure basic aid school districts and necessary small schools can provide quality transitional kindergarten programs without budget cuts. The bill allocates funding from the General Fund to the Superintendent for distribution to these schools, starting from the 2025–26 fiscal year. Funding is calculated based on average daily attendance and prior fiscal year funding amounts. The bill also includes provisions for the continuity of essential induction and training services for beginning teachers. Despite its intent, AB1391 failed as of February 2, 2026.