AB 1973  (Aguiar-Curry) expands who can legally perform abortions in California and removes the rule that limited certain providers to performing them only in the first trimester. Under this bill, trained and licensed health care professionals such as nurse practitioners, certified nurse-midwives, and physician assistants can perform abortions if they are properly authorized and have completed required training, regardless of how far along the pregnancy is. It also protects California physicians from discipline based solely on abortion-related penalties from other states.

Status: In committee: Hearing postponed by committee.

ACTION STEP 1: Email your Senator  and urge him or her to vote "No" on AB 1973. Click “Send Message” to email your California State Senate.

ACTION STEP 2: Call your Senator and follow the script to urge him or her to vote “No” on AB 1973.

Hello, my name is [Your Name], I’m a concerned constituent.

I am calling to urge you to VOTE NO on AB 1973. This bill expands abortion in California by allowing more providers to perform abortions at any stage of pregnancy. Women deserve real care, support, and compassion, not policies that can cause harm.

Please vote NO on AB 1973.