Halle Berry Criticizes Gavin Newsom for Lack of Action on Menopause Care Bill
Halle Berry has publicly criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for not following through on his promise to reconcile differences over the Menopause Care Equity Act. Berry expressed her disappointment in an interview with The Cut, highlighting Newsom's previous veto of a similar bill and his lack of communication despite stating they would address the issue. The Menopause Care Equity Act aimed to mandate comprehensive insurance coverage for menopause treatments and required doctors to undergo continuing education on the subject. Berry emphasized the broader impact of menopause on women's lives and the economy, noting that one in six women leave the workforce due to menopausal symptoms. Newsom's spokesperson explained that the veto was due to concerns about increased healthcare costs for working families, but expressed a commitment to working with Berry and other stakeholders to expand access to menopause care. 
