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AB 2160: Medi-Cal: lactation services.
What AB 2160 does, verified August 29, 2026
This bill aims to improve access to lactation supports and breast pumps for Medi-Cal beneficiaries. The state Department of Health Care Services will issue updated guidance by July 1, 2027, to clarify Medi-Cal coverage for lactation services. The guidance will cover a range of lactation services, including health education and consultation, and will be developed with stakeholder input. The implementation of these provisions will depend on federal financial participation and any necessary federal approvals.
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Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3:30 p.m. (2026-08-28)Alert me
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| Aug. 28, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3:30 p.m. |
| Aug. 24, 2026 | Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 78. Noes 0.). |
| Aug. 20, 2026 | In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments pending. |
| Aug. 20, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Assembly. (Ayes 39. Noes 0.). |
| Aug. 18, 2026 | Ordered to special consent calendar. |