TEACH Program

It’s unfortunate @CAgovernor vetoed AB2339, which would’ve helped level the playing field for Medi-Cal patients, who continue to be unjustly relegated to a 2nd tier health care system. Coverage is nothing w/out access. These patients deserve access to the full spectrum of care.

I’m relieved that #AB1955 is now on its way to @CAgovernor. I want to thank each and every person who showed up and chose to be vulnerable while sharing their personal story as this legislation passed through multiple committees and was voted on in the Assembly and Senate. I want to thank everyone who was respectful and debated this bill on its merits without using inflammatory rhetoric and hurtful language. I also want to thank the LGBTQ+ students in school districts that have enacted forced outing policies for their bravery as the Legislature weighed in on this important issue. The very personal decision for a student to come out should be on their own terms to whoever they choose to share that information with when they are ready. Teachers should not be the gender police. The SAFETY Act simply ensures that conversations about gender identity happen at home without interference from anyone outside of the family unit. As a parent myself, I encourage all parents to talk and listen to their children and love them unconditionally for who they are. While some states continue to pass regressive policies, I’m hopeful the governor will sign this bill into law soon and continue California’s leadership in protecting LGBTQ+ rights.