Gov. Newsom approves $90M in emergency funds for Planned Parenthood clinics

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- California is committed to funding reproductive health care, pledging money to Planned Parenthood after federal funds were stripped from its clinics.

On Wednesday, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation to provide $90 million in one-time emergency funds for Planned Parenthood and other women's health providers.

President Trump's tax bill cut off Medicaid funding to abortion providers across the U.S. in July.

Last week, Planned Parenthood said at least 23 of its health clinics have been forced to close, including one location in Madera.

First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom shared her experience speaking with patients seeking services.

"I heard one word repeatedly, empowering. How empowering it is to feel seen and safe. How empowering it is to receive empathy and care," she said.

California assemblymember David Tangipa criticized the spending, calling for more comprehensive funding for hospitals and highlighting the lack of labor and delivery services in Madera County.

$60 million in funding was originally earmarked for California.

Gov. Newsom says the state has more revenue growth in the last two months than projected, leading to the funding increase.