Bill
AB 1418
Overview: AB 1418, Department of Health Care Access and Information, was chaptered into law in California in 2025. The bill establishes a new state department focused on improving
Overview: AB 1418, Department of Health Care Access and Information, was chaptered into law in California in 2025. The bill establishes a new state department focused on improving healthcare access and information.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to create a centralized state agency responsible for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating healthcare data and information. The goal is to enhance transparency, inform policy decisions, and ultimately improve access to quality healthcare for all Californians.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI)
- Transfers certain healthcare data collection and reporting functions from other agencies to HCAI
- Requires HCAI to publish regular reports on healthcare workforce, costs, and access
- Authorizes HCAI to collect additional data and conduct research to support its mission
Affected Parties and Impacts: The new department will impact a wide range of healthcare stakeholders, including providers, insurers, researchers, policymakers, and the general public. By centralizing healthcare data and information, HCAI seeks to empower more informed decision-making and improved access to care.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: AB 1418 was chaptered into law in 2025 and the new Department of Health Care Access and Information is now being implemented. The department will begin its data collection, analysis, and reporting functions in the coming years.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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