CCRF and FAB Council Urge Governor to Sign Remaining 24 Bills in 2024 Reproductive Freedom Legislative Package
September 6, 2024
(Sacramento, CA) – The California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom (CCRF) and the Future of Abortion (FAB) Council Steering Committee today called on Governor Gavin Newsom to sign the remaining 24 bills from the 2024 Reproductive Freedom Legislative Package into law. This set of bills is critical to advancing reproductive health, rights, and justice throughout the state.
For the past three years, CCRF and the FAB Council have partnered with the Governor and legislative leaders to enact groundbreaking policy and budget measures in response to the fallout from the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson, which overturned Roe v. Wade. These legislative actions have protected patients and providers, expanded equitable and affordable access to abortion care, and safeguarded the reproductive health of Californians, as well as people traveling from states where abortion is banned or restricted.
"As reproductive rights continue to face unprecedented attacks nationwide, it is essential that California upholds its legacy as a beacon of reproductive freedom," said Sylvia Castillo, Executive Director of the California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom. "By embracing a Reproductive Justice framework, first coined by SisterSong, we can dismantle systemic barriers and ensure reproductive freedom for all Californians, particularly marginalized communities."
The Reproductive Freedom Legislative Package, originally consisting of 35 bills, was developed to:
With two bills already signed by the Governor, the remaining 24 bills stand as the final step in ensuring that California continues to lead in reproductive health policy. These bills are designed to be responsive to the needs of historically underserved communities, including people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, low-income populations, youth, rural residents, people with disabilities, and those who are incarcerated.
“Governor Newsom, your leadership has been instrumental in protecting reproductive rights during this critical time. We are proud of the work we have accomplished together, and we urge you to sign the remaining bills to continue making California a Reproductive Freedom State,” continued Castillo.
About CCRF
The California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom (CCRF) is a statewide alliance of organizations dedicated to advancing sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice through education, advocacy, and policy work.
About the FAB Council
The Future of Abortion (FAB) Council was established to provide leadership and policy recommendations in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. The FAB Council’s mission is to safeguard and expand access to abortion care for all Californians and those seeking refuge in the state. In 2024, the FAB Council was incorporated as a special project of CCRF.
Learn more about the 2024 Reproductive Freedom Legislative Package bills.
(Sacramento, CA) – The California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom (CCRF) and the Future of Abortion (FAB) Council Steering Committee today called on Governor Gavin Newsom to sign the remaining 24 bills from the 2024 Reproductive Freedom Legislative Package into law. This set of bills is critical to advancing reproductive health, rights, and justice throughout the state.
For the past three years, CCRF and the FAB Council have partnered with the Governor and legislative leaders to enact groundbreaking policy and budget measures in response to the fallout from the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson, which overturned Roe v. Wade. These legislative actions have protected patients and providers, expanded equitable and affordable access to abortion care, and safeguarded the reproductive health of Californians, as well as people traveling from states where abortion is banned or restricted.
"As reproductive rights continue to face unprecedented attacks nationwide, it is essential that California upholds its legacy as a beacon of reproductive freedom," said Sylvia Castillo, Executive Director of the California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom. "By embracing a Reproductive Justice framework, first coined by SisterSong, we can dismantle systemic barriers and ensure reproductive freedom for all Californians, particularly marginalized communities."
The Reproductive Freedom Legislative Package, originally consisting of 35 bills, was developed to:
- Protect and expand equitable access to abortion services and related care
- Increase patient access to sexual and reproductive health services
- Reduce disparities in maternal health outcomes
- Support the reproductive health workforce and improve clinic infrastructure
- Enhance reproductive health equity
- Address the needs and well-being of families
With two bills already signed by the Governor, the remaining 24 bills stand as the final step in ensuring that California continues to lead in reproductive health policy. These bills are designed to be responsive to the needs of historically underserved communities, including people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, low-income populations, youth, rural residents, people with disabilities, and those who are incarcerated.
“Governor Newsom, your leadership has been instrumental in protecting reproductive rights during this critical time. We are proud of the work we have accomplished together, and we urge you to sign the remaining bills to continue making California a Reproductive Freedom State,” continued Castillo.
About CCRF
The California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom (CCRF) is a statewide alliance of organizations dedicated to advancing sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice through education, advocacy, and policy work.
About the FAB Council
The Future of Abortion (FAB) Council was established to provide leadership and policy recommendations in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. The FAB Council’s mission is to safeguard and expand access to abortion care for all Californians and those seeking refuge in the state. In 2024, the FAB Council was incorporated as a special project of CCRF.
Learn more about the 2024 Reproductive Freedom Legislative Package bills.
