AB 805: Connecting Adult Learners to Career Apprenticeships in California

California Assembly Bill 805 (AB 805) proposes the Career Apprenticeship Bridge Program, a statewide workforce development initiative designed to connect young people ages 16–24 with paid apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship opportunities. The program focuses on building career pathways, hands-on training, and industry-recognized skills that lead to long-term employment.

A recent update to AB 805 formally adds adult education as an eligible partner and participant group, an important win reflecting one of CCAE’s Legislative Day advocacy priorities from last year. After being held over, the bill is now being reconsidered during the current legislative session.

AB 805 also calls for the creation of a youth apprenticeship data system and ongoing legislative reporting to strengthen workforce policy, accountability, and outcomes across California’s education and training systems.
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You can view the full bill and track updates here: AB 805 Full Text.