Beverly Hills settles lawsuit over alleged abortion clinic obstruction and agrees to employee training

Beverly Hills has reached a settlement after allegedly blocking an abortion clinic's opening, violating state law. The city will now train employees on abortion clinic protections, create a complaint protocol, and appoint a compliance officer. California Attorney General Rob Bonta stated that city officials pressured the clinic's landlord to cancel the lease and delayed permits, citing public safety concerns. This is the first action under Proposition 1, which protects reproductive rights in California. The city council approved the agreement, which still requires court approval. Beverly Hills officials did not admit fault but emphasized their support for reproductive health services.