Newsom Vetoes AB 2164, California’s Extradition Shield for Gender-Affirming Care

AB 2164 veto: Newsom rejected a bill barring extradition over gender-affirming and abortion care, citing future governors' authority.

By Brianna Nicole Austin · 8 min read

Newsom Vetoes AB 2164, California’s Extradition Shield for Gender-Affirming Care

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