Medical information: confidentiality.

CA AB2448 aims to strengthen the confidentiality protections for medical information in California. It amends existing laws to ensure that individuals' medical data is kept private and secure, reducing the risk of unauthorized access. This bill is part of an effort to enhance patient trust in the healthcare system and safeguard personal health information.

CA AB2448 is a house bill in the California 2025-2026 Regular Session, sponsored by Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D), currently “Passed” since September 27, 2026.

We track 5,060 California bills this session, 44 of them sponsored by Rebecca Bauer-Kahan.

The key recorded vote (Senate, August 26, 2026) ended 30–9 and passed.

Supporters of CA AB2448 would highlight how the bill enhances patient privacy and builds trust in the healthcare system. They would argue that stronger protections for medical information are essential in an age where data breaches are increasingly common. This legislation reflects a commitment to safeguarding personal health data and prioritizing patient rights.

Critics of CA AB2448 might argue that while the intentions are good, the bill could impose unnecessary burdens on healthcare providers. They may express concerns that stricter confidentiality measures could complicate the sharing of important medical information among professionals, potentially hindering patient care. Additionally, some may question the effectiveness of the proposed amendments in preventing data breaches.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.