Healthcare

signed · California · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SCR 175: Relative to Behavioral Health Awareness Month.

This bill designates May 2026 as Behavioral Health Awareness Month in California. It requires state agencies and public entities to acknowledge this month, likely through proclamations or public communications. The measure does not alter funding, laws, or services but serves to highlight the importance of mental and behavioral health awareness.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates a month for behavioral health awareness, highlighting importance and aligning with mental health support indicators.70% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

passed · California · Senate Jun 8, 2026

SR 104: Relative to aging and chronic disease policy.

This Senate resolution expresses support for treating biological aging as a primary strategy to prevent and delay chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer. It calls for the state to invest in research grants and public-private partnerships aimed at developing therapies that slow, prevent, or reverse the aging process. Additionally, the resolution encourages state health and aging departments to integrate aging science into their prevention programs and fosters collaboration between universities, insurers, and biotech firms to test new interventions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly calls for state investment in research grants and public-private partnerships to develop therapies for aging and chronic diseases, directly advancing healthcare.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · California · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SCR 156: Relative to National Stroke Awareness Month.

This bill designates the month of May 2026 as National Stroke Awareness Month. The primary effect is to officially recognize this time period for public education and awareness campaigns regarding stroke prevention and treatment. It does not alter laws, allocate funding, or impose new requirements on individuals or organizations. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the importance of stroke awareness during the specified month.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes public education and awareness for stroke prevention and treatment, aligning with health service improvement goals.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · California · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SCR 170: Relative to Firefighter Mental Health Awareness Week.

This bill designates the week of May 25 to May 29 as Firefighter Mental Health Awareness Week. It directly affects the state by officially recognizing this specific time period to highlight the importance of mental health support for firefighters. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal proclamation to raise awareness about the topic. Once enacted, it becomes part of the state statutes as a commemorative resolution.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates awareness week for firefighter mental health, directly supporting mental health services and awareness.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · California · Senate May 29, 2026

SCR 164: Relative to Black Health Equity Advocacy Week.

This measure would recognize May 4, 2026, to May 8, 2026, inclusive, and every first full week of May thereafter, as Black Health Equity Advocacy Week and commend the California Black Health Network and other organizations throughout the state for their efforts to improve the health, well-being, and life expectancy of Black Californians.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill recognizes a week dedicated to improving health equity for Black Californians, signaling support for addressing disparities in healthcare access and outcomes.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

passed · California · Senate May 22, 2026

SR 107: Relative to Lupus Awareness Month.

This Senate resolution officially designates May 2026 as Lupus Awareness Month in California to highlight the chronic autoimmune disease that affects 1.5 million people in the United States. The bill specifically commends the California Lupus Foundation for its long-standing efforts in providing support, education, and medical care resources to patients and their families. By recognizing the foundation's leadership, the resolution aims to increase public understanding of the disease's symptoms and the importance of early diagnosis. This measure serves as a symbolic gesture rather than establishing new laws or funding requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates Lupus Awareness Month and commends the foundation for providing support, education, and medical care resources, indicating a stance that advances public health understanding and patient support.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · California · Senate May 21, 2026

SCR 161: Relative to Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month.

This bill designates May 2026 as Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month to highlight the importance of mental health support for mothers. It serves as a symbolic proclamation rather than a law that changes regulations or imposes new requirements. The measure directly affects state officials who will recognize the month and may encourage public awareness campaigns during that time.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates a month to highlight maternal mental health, promoting awareness and support for this critical healthcare area.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

passed · California · Senate May 14, 2026

SCR 160: Medically supportive food.

This measure would call on Medi-Cal managed care plans operating across the state of California to sustain and expand medically supportive food and nutrition services offerings to Medi-Cal patients through federal In Lieu of Services (ILOS) authority until these services can become permanent Medi-Cal benefits.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates expansion of medically supportive food services for Medi-Cal patients, improving patient access and nutrition care.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · California · Senate May 11, 2026

SR 110: Relative to Hospital Week in California.

This Senate Resolution designates the week of May 10 to May 16, 2026, as Hospital Week in California to honor the state's hospitals and their staff. The measure recognizes the vital role hospitals play in providing care, training medical professionals, and supporting the local economy across rural, suburban, and urban areas. By officially acknowledging these institutions, the resolution aims to highlight their importance during National Hospital Week without changing any laws or policies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill honors hospitals and staff, highlighting their vital role in care and training, which supports the healthcare sector.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · California · Senate May 11, 2026

SCR 140: Relative to Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month.

This bill designates April 2026 as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month in California. It directly affects state officials and the public by formally recognizing the importance of raising awareness for this specific health condition. The primary mechanism is a legislative proclamation that appears in the state statutes to mark the month. This action serves as an official acknowledgment of the disease without changing laws or funding.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates awareness month for Parkinson's, promoting public understanding and support for a specific health condition.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare