National Health Law Program Archives

California Now a ‘Reproductive Freedom State’ as Gov. Newsom Signs Legislation

September 23, 2021 8:12 am

Declaring California a “Reproductive Freedom State,”Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills claiming this will help expand access to reproductive health care. “Reproductive health care” is the preferred euphemism for abortion services. These two bills are California’s legislative reaction to Texas passing...

Birth Control Access Expansion Bill Passed By Senate 32-5

June 2, 2021 11:09 am

A bill that would expand access to birth control in California was passed in the Senate on Tuesday. Senate Bill 523, authored by Senator Connie Leyva (D-Chino), would expand birth control access through multiple avenues, ranging from the ability to...