California providers have faced increased protests since the 2022 Supreme Court decision on abortion rights, leading to heightened security measures and advocacy for patient protection ordinances. Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law to enhance criminal penalties for individuals harassing or threatening patients seeking abortion services, aiming to address the escalating tensions across the state. The new statewide approach seeks to deter interference with abortion access and safeguard the well-being of those seeking reproductive healthcare.
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