About:
Prop 44. would require certain nonprofit community health clinics that serve low-income and undeserved patients to spend at least 90% of their yearly revenue on patient care and services. Clinics that do not meet the requirement could face financial penalties.
Argument For:
Prop 44 would make clinics spend 90% of their revenue on patient care, so more money goes directly towards helping patients instead of other expenses.
Argument for against:
90% requirement is too strict and could make it harder for clinics to pay for services or even clinic closures
Supporters:
Service Employees International Union-United Healthcare Workers West
Opposers:
California Primary Care Association
California Medical Association
Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California
California Hospital Association
California Democratic Party