The law significantly harms trans youth by denying them medically necessary care that protects their physical & psychological health
"This action builds on California’s nation-leading efforts to safeguard access to reproductive health care and remain a safe haven state"
Prior to serving as California's Superintendent of Public Instruction, Thurmond served in the State Assembly
“These measures will help protect vulnerable youth, promote acceptance, & create more supportive environments in our schools and communities"
The state would be following San Francisco in doing so, as city leaders this spring ended their similar travel restriction
The bill had passed the Assembly in May after the Temecula Valley Unified School District voted to reject a book that included LGBTQ+ topics
In 2019, Gov. Newsom signed the first-in-the-US law that authorized pharmacies to furnish up to a 60-day supply of PrEP without a prescription
Pelosi's daughter is seen as a future contender who could tap her mother’s network of supporters & donors but hasn't said whether she’d run
Atkins is one of only three people to hold both top spots in the Legislature. Before President pro Tempore she was Speaker of the Assembly
The 90-year-old Feinstein, the oldest serving member of the U.S. Senate, has suffered from major health issues for several years