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Committee advances AB 1303 to allow Lifeline enrollment without Social Security numbers, bar sharing with immigration agencies without warrant
Summary
AB 1303, presented by Assemblymember Valencia, clarifies that Social Security numbers are not required to enroll in the California Lifeline program and adds protections limiting sharing of subscriber data with federal immigration authorities absent a court order; the committee sent the bill to Senate Judiciary as amended, 11-1.
The Senate Committee on Energy, Utilities and Communications voted to pass AB 1303, as amended, to the Senate Judiciary Committee by a recorded vote of 11-1.
Assemblymember Valencia said AB 1303 clarifies that a Social Security number is not required to qualify for the state’s California Lifeline telecommunications subsidy and would prohibit the CPUC and program administrators from sharing subscriber personal information with federal immigration authorities without a court‑issued warrant or subpoena. Valencia described the bill as “centered on fairness, security, and accessibility, ensuring that Californians can stay connected without unnecessary hurdles or discrimination.”
Supporters included Adria Tinnin (Race Equity and Legislative…
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