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Every American, no matter where you live, how you look, how you identify, or how much money you have deserves access to quality, affordable, equitable healthcare.
Healthcare is a human right.
At California DOJ, we’re standing up for that right. From calling on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to address racial bias in pulse oximeters, to addressing the Black maternal mortality crisis, we’re fighting for a more equitable healthcare system that provides high-quality care to all Californians.
In solidarity,
Rob Bonta
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Fighting for Equity in Healthcare
 Communities of color — in California and across the nation — continue to be disproportionately impacted by the deep and shameful racial disparities in healthcare. This is unacceptable to me. With the release of DOJ’s report on anti-implicit bias training, and our letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration related to medical devices’ race and color bias, we are moving forward in the fight for a just and equitable healthcare system. I will use every tool in my power to protect the health and future of all Californians.
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Protecting Access to Housing
 Two years ago this week, I launched the Housing Justice Team to advance housing access, affordability, and equity in California. Since then, our talented attorneys have delivered real results. From protecting renters from unlawful evictions to ensuring that local governments allow for the building of their fair share of housing, I am immensely proud of what the Housing Justice Team has accomplished already. Tackling California’s housing crisis remains a top priority — and with the work of the past two years, we are just getting started.
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Holding Fraudsters Accountable
 We’re committed to holding accountable those who exploit Californians through financial fraud and white-collar crime. This week, in San Bernardino, I announced the arraignment and filing of charges against two defendants in a multimillion-dollar embezzlement and tax fraud scheme. And in Los Angeles County, I announced the unsealing of an indictment against a developer for an $8 million investment ponzi scheme, many of whose victims were elderly. We encourage any potential victims of this scheme who have not yet come forward to contact us at oag.ca.gov/report.
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Standing up for LGBTQ+ Students
 All students deserve to be represented in the school curriculum. That’s why this week, I joined a multistate coalition of states supporting a Maryland board of education’s policy that permits schools to incorporate LGBTQ+-inclusive books into language arts curriculum. This type of policy reflects the diversity of the school community and allows for a fully inclusive environment for all students. I will continue to fight for the rights of LGBTQ+ students and all of our nation’s children.
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Safeguarding Competition for Travelers
 The proposed JetBlue-Spirit merger is a bad deal for consumers. If it goes through, tens of millions of travelers across the country — including Californians, particularly on the Los Angeles to Miami route — will face higher fares and fewer options. That is unacceptable. Consolidation in the airline industry is a serious concern of mine. I couldn't be prouder that my office, alongside the U.S. Department of Justice and six other attorneys general, was in court this week fighting against the merger to ensure a fair and competitive economy.
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Make a Difference at California DOJ
 Apply today to help DOJ protect the health, well-being, and public safety of Californians. Check out our featured jobs below and visit oag.ca.gov/careers for a full listing of available positions:
Deputy Attorney General III, Health Education & Welfare
Deputy Attorney General III, Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse
Deputy Attorney General III, Employment and Administrative Mandate
Deputy Attorney General III, Correctional Law Class-Action
Deputy Attorney General IV, Health Quality Enforcement
Assistant Chief, California Justice Information Services Division
Bureau Director, Enterprise Services Bureau
Special Agent, Dignitary Protection Unit
Legal Secretary, Legal Support Operations
Project Manager and Coordinator, Office of Strategic Initiative Branch
Attorney General’s Honors Program – San Francisco
Deputy Attorney General
Graduate Legal Assistant
Attorney General’s Honors Program – Sacramento
Deputy Attorney General
Graduate Legal Assistant
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FLASH BRIEFING
On Two-Year Anniversary of Housing Justice Team, Attorney General Bonta Highlights Critical Work to Fight for Equitable, Affordable Housing for All Californians
Attorney General Bonta Leads Multistate Letter Urging FDA to Address Concerns about Dangerous Pulse Oximeter Inaccuracies Impacting Communities of Color
Attorney General Bonta Advises California Law Enforcement on Legal Uses and Management of Automated License Plate Recognition Data
California Department of Justice Releases Report on Officer-Involved Shooting of Brandon Lopez
Attorney General Bonta: California’s Ban on Assault Weapons Remains in Effect Until Further Notice
Attorney General Bonta Co-Leads Multistate Coalition in Fighting for Health and Nutrition Stability for Immigrant Families
Attorney General Bonta Announces Arrest of Placer County Suspect for Fentanyl Homicide
Attorney General Bonta Announces 14 Arrests as Part of Sexual Predator Apprehension Operation in Fresno County
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VIDEO OF THE WEEK
 We can’t let another patient suffer the consequences of inadequate training. I’m committed to working with my colleagues in the Legislature to strengthen the California Dignity in Pregnancy and Childbirth Act and tackle implicit bias in our healthcare system. Time is of the essence.
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Join Us for Our Next Event
Join us Wednesday, November 15 at 10 a.m. for our next Demystifying the DOJ event! Learn about the how our Housing Justice Team is tackling California's housing crisis by advancing housing access, affordability, and equity throughout the state. Register today!
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