Newsom Signs 9 Abortion, Reproductive Health Bills Into Law

“The right to an abortion is enshrined in California’s Constitution. We will continue to protect women and health care workers who are seeking and providing ...

California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks at a news conference in Sacramento, Calif., on March 16, 2023. Rich Pedroncelli/AP Photo

With hundreds of bills on his desk awaiting review, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed nine pieces of legislation in September—eight on Sept. 27—increasing access to information and services related to reproductive health and abortions.

While signing the bills, the governor noted that such laws were necessary given the move by some states to restrict abortions.