New Laws Impacting Family Physicians in 2025
In the 2024 session the California Legislature sent a record number of bills to the Governor’s desk — the largest in his six years in office. Out of 2,534 measures introduced (1,730 Assembly Bills and 804 Senate Bills), 1,558 measures reached the Governor’s desk. Of those, 1,369 were signed into law, while 189 were vetoed. As we look ahead to 2025, a range of significant new laws will take effect, shaping the landscape of healthcare in California.
Join Julie Harrison, MPP, Sr. Manager, State Affairs and Member Advocacy, AAFP, for an in-depth review of the latest legislative and regulatory trends at the state level that impact primary care and family medicine. Participants will gain insights into key policy initiatives, emerging legislative priorities, and strategies for engaging in state-level advocacy. Special emphasis will […]
Governor Gavin Newsom released his 2025-2026 Budget Proposal on Friday, January 10, 2025. This year’s budget assumes a stronger fiscal position than in recent years, with a modest surplus. The budget proposal preserves key investments in healthcare, including primary care provider rate increases through the Managed Care Organization tax, and maintains baseline funding for workforce […]
In the 2024 session the California Legislature sent a record number of bills to the Governor’s desk — the largest in his six years in office. Out of 2,534 measures introduced (1,730 Assembly Bills and 804 Senate Bills), 1,558 measures reached the Governor’s desk. Of those, 1,369 were signed into law, while 189 were vetoed. […]
Join us for an empowering session at the 2025 All Member Advocacy Meeting (AMAM) where you'll gain the tools and knowledge to become a more effective advocate for the causes you care about. In this session, you'll learn how to navigate the legislative process, craft persuasive messages, and build meaningful relationships with your legislators. Whether […]
You may have seen an "End of the Year Wrapped" on your streaming music service providing a personalized compilation of your listening habits, favorite songs, genres, and artists throughout the year. The last Legislative Update of the year will serve as your advocacy "End of the Year Wrapped," providing an overview of CAFP's accomplishments, advocacy […]
Prop 35 is an historic opportunity to improve health care access in California. Sacramento, CA — The California Academy of Family Physicians California voters have overwhelmingly approved Proposition 35. With two-thirds of voters supporting the measure on election night, Californians recognized that the passage of Proposition 35 is a victory for all Californians. The passage […]
