State Senator Proposes Bill To Guarantee Children’s Rights To Health Care
State Sen. Richard Pan's legislation would be the first in the nation to establish the rights of children to have their basic needs met.
Los Angeles Times:
California Bill Declares All Children Have A Basic Right To Quality Education, Healthcare And Social Services
State Sen. Richard Pan on Monday said all California children should have a basic right to quality childcare, early education and health and dental services no matter where they live or the income of their parents. At a news conference held in the playground of the Discovery Tree School, the pediatrician and Sacramento Democrat unveiled the Children’s Bill of Rights , stating all children have the right to live in a just, safe, healthy and supportive society. (Ulloa, 12/15)