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Assemblymember Mia Bonta Says California Bill Will Protect People Seeking Abortion and Gender-Affirming Care from Dragnet Digital Surveillance

AB 793 (Bonta) is backed by the ACLU, If/WhenHow/ EFF and a coalition of more than 25 reproductive justice, civil liberties, and privacy groups

Sierra Sun Times

On Monday, Assemblymember Mia Bonta (D-Oakland) introduced AB 793 a bill that works to support safe access to reproductive and gender-affirming care in the digital age by protecting people from unconstitutional searches of their data.

California Bill Will Protect People Seeking Abortion and Gender-Affirming Care from Dragnet Digital Surveillance

AB 793 (Bonta) is backed by the ACLU, If/WhenHow/ EFF and a coalition of more than 25 reproductive justice, civil liberties, and privacy groups

SACRAMENTO – Today, Assemblymember Mia Bonta (D-Oakland) introduced AB 793 a bill that works to support safe access to reproductive and gender-affirming care in the digital age by protecting people from unconstitutional searches of their data.

Traveling Reproductive Rights Art Project Launches On Roe Anniversary

Verbal Adams, Sacramento Observer

 

On what would have been the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, policymakers and supporters gathered outside of the California State Capitol for the official launch of a traveling interactive art project called “My Body, My Voice.” The project is a joint venture between California Planned Parenthood and art consultant, producer and media strategist Tre Borden. Their collaboration, called the VoiceBox, offers a mobile platform for people to speak about reproductive and abortion rights and experiences.

Sheng Thao Sworn in as New Oakland Mayor

Velena Jones, NBC Bay Area

Oakland officially has a new mayor after Sheng Thao was sworn into office Monday.

Through music and cultural dance, Mayor Thao was inaugurated as Oakland 51st mayor. 

The nature of Thao taking the oath of office has become a point of pride for many. 

“This is a monumental moment for the city and quite frankly the country, now Mayor Sheng Thao is now one of the first Hmong elected officials in the country,” said Mia Bonta. 

LGBTQ Agenda: Security Matters In CA Be Tackled By The New Bill

San Diego Gay & Lesbian News, Shone Palmer

The reporter of the bay made it clear that the new bill will help to lessen the mounting threats and will make it easier for the candidates, their families, the elected officials, and especially the employees to protect themselves. The East Bay assembly member introduced this bill as it is unfortunate but the need of today, which is clearly an insightful decision. 

LGBTQ Agenda: CA lawmakers introduce bill to help with security issues

Eric Burkett, The Bay Area Reporter

 

In what might be considered an unfortunate — but illustrative — coincidence of timing, an East Bay Assemblymember has introduced legislation that would make it easier for candidates, elected officials, their families and staff to provide security for themselves in the face of increasing threats.

 

Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month: California’s Latinos Reflect on Experiences, Accomplishments

McKenzie Jackson | California Black Media

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, California Black Media writer McKenzie Jackson takes a look at the lives and accomplishments of some people of Hispanic heritage in California.

(CBM) – Dayane Mendoza Solis considered throwing her hat in the ring for a trustee seat on the Sonoma Valley Unified School District’s board in the upcoming November election.