California continues to force health plans to cover elective abortions
USCCB calls for immediate remedy
Ruling fails to respect the right to life, religious freedom, and the rule of law, bishops say
WASHINGTON - On June 21, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) declared, contrary to the plain meaning of current federal law, that the California Department of Managed Health Care can continue to force all health plans under its jurisdiction to cover elective abortions. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is calling for an immediate federal legislative remedy.
"It is shocking that HHS has allowed the State of California to force all employers
