California Bolsters Planned Parenthood with $90 Million Amid Federal Funding Cuts
California has allocated $90 million in emergency funding to Planned Parenthood and other reproductive health clinics, a move designed to mitigate the impact of federal funding cuts enacted through the “Big Ugly Bill” signed by President Trump. The legislation aims to ensure continued access to essential reproductive healthcare services for Californians.
Federal Funding Cuts and California’s Response
The recent cuts, stemming from the Republican-backed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” block federal Medicaid funding from reaching Planned Parenthood. This impacts over 1.3 million annual patient visits in California that were previously reimbursed by Medi-Cal, the state’s Medicaid program .
Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 106 (SB 106) by Senator John Laird (D-Santa Cruz) on February 11, 2026, to provide the $90 million in one-time emergency funds . This action follows a previous investment of $145 million provided by California to support Planned Parenthood since last fall .
Ensuring Continued Access to Healthcare
The funding is intended to maintain clinics open and maintain essential reproductive health services. Governor Newsom emphasized that the cuts were “attacks on wellness and screenings and…attacks on women’s healthcare,” rather than solely targeting abortion services .
Jodi Hicks, chief executive of Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, expressed gratitude for the state’s support, stating that the organization could not survive without it .
Broader Financial Support for Planned Parenthood
California is now supporting more than 100 Planned Parenthood health centers across the state, which collectively handle over one million patient visits annually . In addition to the $90 million emergency allocation, the state previously provided $140 million to assist keep these clinics operational, following federal funding cuts in July .
Lawmakers plan to continue addressing the issue when the Legislature reconvenes in January .