Senator Seyarto's Legislation Supporting Military Families Signed Into Law

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October 24, 2024

Photo: California State Senator Kelly Seyarto, California State Assembly, Wikimedia Commons

Sacramento, CA – Senator Kelly Seyarto (R-Murrieta) is proud to announce that his legislation supporting the education of military families has officially been signed into law.

Senate Bill 920 ensures the continuation of the Purple Star School Program, currently overseen by the California Department of Education, by formally establishing it as state law.

Purple Star Schools provide military families with specialized support, such as dedicated staff, transition programs, military-related resources, staff training, and social-emotional support, to help military children navigate the challenges of frequent relocations and deployments. Military children typically relocate six to nine times between kindergarten and 12th grade.

“Purple Star schools are a lifeline for military families, offering the stability and support their children need to succeed,” said Senator Seyarto. “Military children face unique challenges, from frequent relocations to disrupted support systems. Formalizing and expanding this program ensures access to the specialized care they deserve while honoring the sacrifices made by their families in service to our country.”

This legislation builds upon ACR 53, which established the program in 2021. Purple Star Schools earn their designation by meeting the standards set by the Military Child Education Coalition. More than 90 schools across California have proudly earned the Purple Star School designation. SB 920 received bipartisan support and faced no opposition in the legislature.