California Lawmakers Seek Protections for Patients in ICE Custody By Claudia Boyd-Barrett April 22, 2026

https://kffhealthnews.org/health-industry/ice-custody-immigrant-patient-protection-california-legislation/ California lawmakers alarmed by the treatment of people brought to hospitals by federal immigration agents want to strengthen protections for detained patients receiving care at medical facilities, including by making it easier for their families and attorneys to find them.