California Expands Protections for Transgender Individuals
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed two bills, SB 59 and SB 497, introduced by Senator Scott Wiener, to expand California's legal and privacy protections for transgender people.
These bills reinforce the state's commitment to serve as a refuge for transgender individuals seeking safety, privacy, and access to medical care amid increasing hate crimes.
an escalating campaign of hostility by the Trump Administration
- SB 497 strengthens California's "Transgender State of Refuge" protections.
- Establishes penalties for accessing Californians' sensitive medical data without a warrant.
Author's summary: California expands protections for transgender individuals.