State GovernmentUndocumented Immigrant Health Care Bill Moves ForwardApril 15, 2015 | Ben AdlerA bill that would provide health insurance to many of California’s undocumented immigrants is expected to pass its first legislative committee. The bill’s author says the cost to California’s general fund would be between $400-$800 million. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareVote On California Vaccine Bill DelayedApril 15, 2015A California legislative committee on Wednesday considered whether the state should limit vaccination waivers for schoolchildren. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Health Advocates Propose Bills to Make Medical Bills More ManageableApril 15, 2015 | Pauline BartoloneCalifornia health consumer advocates say medical bills are still a problem for people under the Affordable Care Act. They've introduced a package of bills intended to make medical expenses more manageable. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCovered California Considers Capping Specialty Drug Prices For ConsumersApril 13, 2015 | Pauline BartoloneThis week, the Covered California Board of Directors will consider placing a cap on the prices consumers pay for high-cost drugs. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareControversial Vaccine Requirement Bill Clears First Senate CommitteeApril 9, 2015 | Pauline BartoloneHundreds of people crowded at the state Capitol building Wednesday to speak up about whether or not parents' personal beliefs could justify refusal to vaccinate their children. A Senate committee voted to eliminate the 'personal belief exemption.' Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Vaccine Requirement Bill Gets First Public DebateApril 8, 2015(AP) - A bill that would require California parents to vaccinate their children is getting its first public hearing after similar proposals in Washington and Oregon failed to advance.
Undocumented Immigration In CaliforniaUndocumented See Support From California DemocratsApril 7, 2015 | Katie OrrDemocrats in the California Legislature say the lack of federal action on immigration reform means California must pick up the slack. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.