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Committee backs mandatory screening bill for endometriosis during pregnancy and postpartum with some members abstaining
Summary
The committee amended and favorably released A1973 (2nd reprint), which establishes requirements to screen some pregnant people and recent mothers for endometriosis. Testimony included personal accounts; several members abstained citing concerns about mandatory screening vs. informed choice.
The Assembly Appropriations Committee on March 20 amended and favorably released Assembly bill 1973 (2nd reprint), legislation that would establish requirements to screen certain pregnant people and those who have recently given birth for endometriosis.
Witnesses, including Molly Cleary of Clean Water Action, gave personal…
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