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Medi-Cal Lactation Services
Expands and clarifies Medi-Cal coverage for lactation support; Allows certified lactation consultants to enroll and bill as providers; Covers a continuum from education to clinical lactation care
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2160
Workplace Protections: Menopause
Expands California anti-discrimination law (FEHA) to explicitly include perimenopause, menopause, and related conditions under “sex”; Makes workplace discrimination based on menopause symptoms unlawful; Requires updated workplace posters and statewide education efforts to inform employees of their rights
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1940
Ending the Water’s
Edge Tax Loophole
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1790
Closes a major corporate tax loophole used to shift profits offshore; Expected to generate $3–4 billion annually in state revenue, which could support public investments (including childcare and family supports)
Abortion Access Expansion
Removes restriction limiting abortions to the first trimester; Expands types of licensed providers who can perform abortions
AB
1973
Pregnancy as Insurance Trigger
Makes pregnancy a qualifying life event to enroll in or change health insurance; Helps close coverage gaps during pregnancy, Supports earlier and more consistent access to prenatal care
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2066
Perinatal Mental Health
Expands definition to include perinatal (not just maternal) mental health conditions; Requires providers to screen, diagnose, and treat or refer appropriately; Strengthens accountability for perinatal mental health care
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626
True Cost of Child Care Act
Requires ongoing quarterly updates on implementing childcare reimbursement rates; Aims to ensure rates reflect the true cost of care and stabilize providers; Supports affordability and expands access to childcare slots
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1981
Nurse-Midwives in Emergency Care
Allows nurse-midwives to provide emergency care without physician supervision; Expands scope of practice within existing licensure; Aims to improve access to timely maternal care, especially in emergencies