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California Passes Bill Protecting Abortion, Gender Care Providers

4/17/2026

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California advances Assembly Bill 1930 to shield providers from federal subpoenas for abortion and gender-affirming care.
The bill requires providers to notify the California attorney general before complying, with potential fines for non-compliance.
The measure responds to federal actions under U.S. President Donald Trump seeking medical records from gender-affirming care providers.
Critics including former Republican lawmaker Bill Essayli warn it may violate the Supremacy Clause and invite court challenges.

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California advances Assembly Bill 1930 to shield providers from federal subpoenas for abortion and gender-affirming care.
The bill requires providers to notify the California attorney general before complying, with potential fines for non-compliance.
The measure responds to federal actions under U.S. President Donald Trump seeking medical records from gender-affirming care providers.
Critics including former Republican lawmaker Bill Essayli warn it may violate the Supremacy Clause and invite court challenges.