Newsom signs privacy laws for abortion providers and patients
Source: The Hill
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Wednesday signed two laws to protect the privacy of abortion providers and patients.
"California has been a leader in protecting access to sexual and reproductive rights, but as we've seen recently with unprecedented attacks on these rights, we can and must do more," Newsom said in a statement.
"I applaud the establishment of the California Future of Abortion Council and look forward to its important work to advance our state's leadership on this vital issue," he said. "I'm proud today to sign these two bills that demonstrate our dedication to strengthening and further protecting access to reproductive health care services in California."
In a statement announcing the signing of the two bills, Newsom's office noted the recent passing of the six-week ban on abortions in Texas, referring to it as one of many "attacks on sexual health care and reproductive rights" occurring in the U.S.
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Demovictory9
(32,324 posts)Bayard
(21,806 posts)Once again leading the way.
Hekate
(90,202 posts)BlancheSplanchnik
(20,219 posts)Kick. Rec.
ailsagirl
(22,842 posts)The Unmitigated Gall
(3,720 posts)Something I could live, and die for.
Mike Nelson
(9,903 posts)... isn't it weird that this needs to have a "privacy law"? I'm happy with our Governor. I did not like the incident, from some time ago, where he didn't wear a mask at a party - but that was no reason to recall him. I think he helped California through a tough time... there were no easy answers and no perfect decisions.