Thank you so much for signing this petition. That was an incredible first step. Now we need to make our voices heard.

Governor Gavin Newsom has until October 12 to sign SB 418, SB 497, and SB 59 into law. These bills are essential for protecting trans people in California.

👉 Here’s how you can help right now:

 1. Sign the petition if you haven’t already.

 2. Share this petition widely to increase public pressure.

 3. Email the Governor to urge him to sign the bills.

 4. Call the Governor’s office and make your voice heard.

We have just days left to act. Let’s make sure the Governor knows how many of us are watching and demanding he sign these bills.

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📣 ACTION 3: EMAIL THE GOVERNOR A LETTER OF SUPPORT

 • 📩 EMAIL TO: leg.unit@gov.ca.gov

 • 📝 Subject line: SB 418, SB 497 & SB 59 — Request for Signature

 • 🏢 Organizations: Use official letterhead and signature.

 • 👤 Individuals: Include full name and title (if applicable).

✉️ Sample Email

RE: SUPPORT — SB 418, SB 497 & SB 59: Protecting Transgender Health, Privacy, and Safety

Dear Governor Gavin Newsom,

[Organization Name or Your Name] is proud to express full support for SB 418, SB 497, and SB 59 — three essential bills that protect the health, privacy, and safety of transgender and gender-diverse people in California.

 • SB 418 ensures transgender people are protected from discrimination in health plans and guarantees coverage for medically necessary gender-affirming care.

 • SB 497 safeguards sensitive medical information from out-of-state harassment and criminalizes unauthorized disclosure.

 • SB 59 automatically seals court records for name and gender marker changes, protecting trans and nonbinary people from being outed or targeted.

Together, these bills address systemic inequities and affirm California’s leadership in equity, health care, and civil rights. They will help ensure that transgender and gender-diverse people can access care, live authentically, and exist safely in our state.

I strongly urge you to sign SB 418, SB 497, and SB 59 into law. Your leadership will make a meaningful difference for thousands of trans and nonbinary Californians.

Thank you for your commitment to protecting our community.

Sincerely,

Signature

Name

Title

Organization (if applicable)

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📞 ACTION 4: CALL THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE

📱 Phone Number: (916) 445-2841

📜 Phone Script

“Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I live in [City/County]. I’m calling to urge Governor Newsom to sign SB 418, SB 497, and SB 59 into law.

These three bills together protect the health, safety, and privacy of transgender and gender-diverse people across California.

 • SB 418 guarantees nondiscrimination in health care and ensures coverage for gender-affirming care.

 • SB 497 protects trans people from out-of-state harassment and keeps sensitive medical information safe.

 • SB 59 protects privacy by automatically sealing court records for name and gender marker changes.

Transgender Californians deserve safety, dignity, and equal access to care. Signing these bills will help ensure our communities are protected.

Thank you for standing with us and supporting these crucial protections.”