The California Achieving a Better Life Experience Act Board was established by Chapter 796, Statutes of 2015 (SB 324), to create a statewide Qualified ABLE Program, to assist individuals and families with saving private funds for the purpose of supporting persons with disabilities to maintain their health, independence, and quality of life.

The Board consists of the State Treasurer (Chair), the Director of Finance, the Controller, the Director of Developmental Services, the Chairperson of the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, the Director of Rehabilitation, and the Chair of the State Independent Living Council.