AB1764 — Referenced as the 2019 starting point for efforts to create compensation for survivors of forced sterilization.
AB107 — Described as the bill signed into law in October after additional iterations and a budget ask, establishing the compensation program.
Sophia — Sophia is asked about how ICE and immigration fears affect care-seeking behavior, and she explains that ICE has long been a real factor in whether people feel safe accessing public services and health care.
Sophia — Speakers repeatedly reference Sophia to affirm and expand on her earlier concerns, including the need for community-based health care access and funding, as well as the impact of budget cuts on youth education. The discussion stays centered on endorsing Sophia’s points and building on the same policy concerns.
Clarissa — Clarissa says they do not generally deal with patients directly but recognize real fear in the community.
Clarissa — The speaker refers to Clarissa's call to action and apologizes for initially misnaming her.
Kim — Kim is referenced as having previously highlighted that the issue affects health care and education, and those points are then endorsed in a broader discussion about the need for community-based health care access and funding. Kim is also quoted as describing the situation as chaotic or "a mess out there," reinforcing the same theme of difficulty and urgency.
Claire / Clarissa — The speaker corrects themself, saying they first thought the name was Claire and then Clarissa.
Matthew Green — Matthew Green is introduced twice in close succession as a representative from the California Department of Public Health, with no substantive discussion beyond the welcome and identification of his role.
speaker's daughter — Speaker says her daughter experienced a late pregnancy loss close to her 30th week.
Clarissa Ramirez — Clarissa Ramirez is introduced as a virtual panelist from California Latinas for Reproductive Justice, invited to begin her remarks, and then introduces herself as the policy manager at CLRJ, noting her pronouns are she/her.
Clarissa Ramirez — Continued describing findings from the feasibility study and the coercive sterilization practices affecting Latina immigrant women.
Clarissa Ramirez — Described coercion, lack of informed consent, and lack of translation during sterilization procedures.
Clarissa Ramirez — Explained the shame and delayed awareness many women experienced after sterilization, and referenced the hospital by name.
Clarissa Ramirez — Concluded her presentation and received thanks from the committee.
Sophia Pedrosa — Introduced as a panelist from Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California.
Sophia Pedrosa — Sophia Pedrosa introduced herself and thanked the committee and co-panelists, then explained that she is legal counsel for Planned Parenthood California and described the organization’s statewide network of 100 health centers.
Kim Robinson — Kim Robinson is introduced and identified as a panelist from Black Women for Wellness.
Kim Robinson — Kim Robinson introduced herself as the community liaison and policy analyst with Black Women for Wellness and Black Women for Wellness Action Project, then explained that her remarks would focus on why community-led solutions are essential to advancing Black maternal health, how her organization is helping lead that work, and what legislative staff can do to support lasting systems change.
Matthew Green — Referenced as having spoken about the high-risk postpartum period.
Chris Esgera — Chris Esgera was introduced and welcomed as a representative from the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS).
Matt Green — Introduces himself as Deputy Director of the Center for Family Health at CDPH and begins testimony on maternal health disparities.
SB65 — Referenced as the measure that solidified Pregnancy Associated Review Committee work; described here as the California Mombie Bus Act of 2021.
SB65 — SB 65, referred to as the Momnibus Act, is mentioned as part of the broader policy and program framework supporting the action plan, with emphasis on maternal health initiatives.
Dr. Joya Kera Perry — The speaker quotes Dr. Joya Kera Perry, founder and president of the National Birth Equity Collaborative, emphasizing her point that race is not the cause of maternal health disparities; racism is.
Dr. Crere Prairie — Referenced as a respected figure in the field; likely a garbled transcription of Dr. Joya Kera Perry.
Doctors Kelly McHugh and Nicole Economo — Invited to join the panel as representatives of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Kelly McHugh — Named as one of the OB-GYN witnesses who will discuss point-of-care issues.
Nicole Economo — Nicole Economo introduces herself as an obstetrician-gynecologist in Sacramento, beginning her witness testimony with a brief self-identification and description of her clinical role.
Dr. Kara Bridges — Featured as a webinar presenter on racial disparities in health.
Dr. McHugh — Handed the presentation over to Dr. McHugh.
Dr. Kelly McHugh — Introduces herself, describes her role on the ACOG California executive committee, and discusses the importance of education on racism and implicit bias.
Lisa Calderon — Addressed directly by the speaker regarding evidence-based interventions.
Ziyomara Benia — Introduced as the next speaker, affiliated with Hispanics Organized.
Hispanic Organized for Political Equality — Organization thanked as the source of the final presentation.
Siumana Pena — Introduces herself as vice president of community engagement and innovation at Hope.
Maria Lemos — Executive director of Vision y Compromiso; introduces herself during public comment and describes the organization's statewide network.
Vision y Compromiso — Described as running programs for mothers, children, caregiving, older adults, and end-of-life support.
Natalie Pito — Spoke on behalf of the California Academy of Family Physicians and thanked the committee for the discussion.
Sarah Diaz — Spoke on behalf of the California WIC Association and thanked Assemblywoman Rodriguez.
California WIC Association — Organization represented by Sarah Diaz.
Michelle Rodriguez — Thanked for leadership on reproductive and maternal health equity.
AB2160 — AB 2160 is referenced as legislation supporting lactation support providers enrolling as independent Medi-Cal providers, and the speaker notes support for the bill from Christine Smith and Health Access California.
Christine Smith — Spoke on behalf of Health Access California and expressed support for AB 2160.
Health Access California — Organization represented by Christine Smith.
Karen Stout — Spoke on behalf of the California Nurse Midwives Association and thanked the committee.
California Nurse Midwives Association — Organization represented by Karen Stout.
AB836 — Described as funded and part of short- and long-term solutions for CNM education programs.
SB520 — SB 520 by Senator Caballero is discussed as a bill intended to support midwifery education pathways. The discussion adds that the bill has not yet been funded and would require about $2 million to establish a second master’s-level program in California.
Mia Bonta — Likely the intended author reference for AB 836, though the transcript is garbled.