This resolution supports the rights of immigrants to access healthcare services without facing harassment or discrimination. It emphasizes the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect in healthcare settings.
Resolution supporting the rights of immigrants to seek healthcare with dignity, respect, and without harassment.
How it got here
This legislation originated from a need to support the rights of immigrants in accessing healthcare without fear of harassment.
California law provides various protections for immigrants seeking medical care, including prohibitions against immigration enforcement in sensitive areas and the Confidential Medical Information Act.
Supervisors Chen, Chan, Melgar, Fielder, Mahmood, Dorsey, Sauter, Walton, Mandelman, and Engardio introduced the resolution to support immigrant rights in healthcare.
The resolution was referred for adoption without committee reference at the next Board meeting.
The Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution supporting the rights of immigrants to seek healthcare with dignity.
The Mayor returned the resolution unsigned, but it became effective without his approval due to the time limit set by the Charter.
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