Fair Care for All: Why AB 1876 Matters for Our Communities
At The TransLatin@ Coalition, we believe that everyone deserves access to health care that is safe, affirming, and free from discrimination. Yet across the country, the protections that ensure equitable health care are under threat.
That is why The TransLatin@ Coalition is proud to sponsor Assembly Bill 1876 (AB 1876), the Fair Care for All Act, a critical piece of legislation that would protect Californians from discrimination in health care programs that receive government funding.
What is AB 1876?
AB 1876 would codify federal nondiscrimination protections from Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) into California state law. These protections prohibit health care providers receiving federal funds from denying care based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
These safeguards are essential for communities that have historically faced discrimination in health care, including LGBTQIA+ people, immigrants, non-English speakers, and people seeking reproductive health care.
By placing these protections into California law, AB 1876 ensures that they remain in place even if federal protections are weakened.
Why This Bill Is Needed Now
Recent federal actions have created serious uncertainty about the future of nondiscrimination protections in health care. Executive orders have directed federal agencies to review the legality of these protections and have attempted to restrict access to gender-affirming care.
The impact is already being felt.
Major health care institutions have begun scaling back gender-affirming services due to federal pressure and legal intimidation. This has created fear and instability for transgender youth, their families, and many others who rely on inclusive health care systems.
Without strong protections, vulnerable communities, including transgender people, immigrants, and people of color, face the real risk of being denied care.
What AB 1876 Will Do
The Fair Care for All Act will:
Protect nondiscrimination protections in California regardless of federal rollbacks
Ensure protections apply to all government-funded health programs and activities
Safeguard equitable access to care for vulnerable communities
Strengthen California’s commitment to health equity and civil rights
By codifying these protections at the state level, AB 1876 helps ensure that no one in California is denied care because of who they are.
A Coalition for Health Equity
AB 1876 is supported by a strong coalition of organizations committed to protecting health care access and civil rights across California, including:
The TransLatin@ Coalition (Sponsor)
Equality California (Sponsor)
Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California (Sponsor)
TransFamily Support Services (Sponsor)
California LGBTQ Health and Human Services Network (Sponsor)
Gender Justice LA (Sponsor)
Together, we are working to ensure that every Californian can access health care with dignity and respect.
Our Commitment to the Community
For transgender people, especially transgender immigrants and people of color, access to safe, affirming health care is often a matter of survival.
At The TransLatin@ Coalition, we remain committed to advocating for policies that protect our communities and ensure equitable access to care. AB 1876 represents an important step toward safeguarding the rights and well-being of our community members.
Health care should be a place of healing, not discrimination.
We will continue working alongside our partners, advocates, and community members to ensure that every person in California can access compassionate, equitable health care.
To stay informed about AB 1876 and other advocacy efforts from The TransLatin@ Coalition, follow our updates and join us in the fight for health equity.
