Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom have voiced their concerns about former President Donald Trump’s proposed “Big, Beautiful Bill,” which they claim could defund Planned Parenthood. This announcement comes on the third anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Governor Newsom emphasized that conservative majorities across the United States are continuing efforts to restrict reproductive rights. He stated, “Conservative majorities – from the United States Congress to red states across the country – continue their attacks on reproductive freedom, empowered by the President and Secretary of HHS. Now, they’re trying once again to defund Planned Parenthood and make it even harder for low-income people to get basic health care. In California, we will always fight to protect access to care so those who wish to control their own futures can do that here.”
First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom highlighted broader issues faced by women under the current administration. She remarked, “Women are being attacked on so many fronts by this Administration, from reproductive freedom and access to care, to cuts to the public institutions that support families—like our parks, libraries, and schools. Without reproductive freedom, a woman’s autonomy—and her family’s future—are no longer hers to shape. California will continue to stand up for all women because when women have control over their own lives and bodies, kids, families, economies, and entire communities thrive.”
The proposed legislation is reportedly set to impact nearly 200 Planned Parenthood centers across America and block access for 1.1 million patients seeking essential services such as birth control and cancer screenings.
Since the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision in 2022, California has taken multiple steps to safeguard reproductive rights within its borders:
– In May 2025: The state proposed expanding CalRx’s authority.
– In May 2024: Governor Newsom signed SB 233.
– January 2024: The Reproductive Freedom Alliance filed an amicus curiae brief with the U.S. Supreme Court.
– May 2023: First Partner Siebel Newsom engaged with legislative leaders.
– April 2023: An emergency stockpile of Misoprostol was procured.
– March 2023: Governor Newsom sought clarification from pharmacies regarding Mifepristone distribution.
– February 2023: The Reproductive Freedom Alliance was launched.
– November 2022: A posthumous pardon was issued for Laura Miner; Proposition 1 passed enshrining reproductive rights into state law.
– September 2022: Abortion.CA.Gov was launched; a significant bill package was passed ensuring reproductive freedoms.
Governor Newsom continues his advocacy against restrictive measures impacting women’s healthcare services in California.
