AB 92 (Gallagher, R-Chico)
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Introduced on Jan. 6
AB 92 would require health facilities to allow visits from specified family members unless they pose health or safety risks or disrupt operations, or if the patient objects. In end-of-life situations, in-person visitation cannot be prohibited unless the patient refuses, but visitors would be required to adhere to the same personal protective equipment and testing protocols as staff. Facilities would be allowed to impose reasonable restrictions on visitation — such as limits on hours, age, and number of visitors — but would be required to develop alternate protocols to maximize visitation during health or safety concerns. This bill is similar to AB 2549 (Gallagher, 2024), for which CHA was successful in negotiating amendments to address concerns. AB 2549 was vetoed by the governor.
SB 32 (Weber Pierson, D-San Diego)
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Introduced on Dec. 2.
SB 32 is a placeholder bill from Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson, MD, to address the closure of maternity wards across the state. CHA is working closely with Dr. Weber’s office to propose solutions and provide education on the complex factors contributing to maternity ward closures from a hospital perspective.