“We applaud the leadership of our California Legislature in doubling down on its commitment to protect the Latine and Indigenous communities of our Golden State. Data equity can save lives, and collecting and disaggregating data for a community that represents 40% of the California population and contributes $83 billion in state taxes is not only the right thing to do but a sound economic decision,” said Dr. Seciah Aquino, Executive Director of the Latino Coalition for a Healthy California. “As we celebrate this vote, we recognize the fate of this crucial legislation once again rests with the Governor. Mr. Newsom, help us heal. Help us prepare. Help us prevent. This data can save lives.”
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