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Policy & Politics California: Bill Halting Local Circumcision Bans Goes to Governor BrownSeptember 7, 2011 Local jurisdictions would be prohibited from banning male circumcision under a bill passed by the state Legislature and sent to Gov. Jerry Brown on Tuesday. AB 768 was written by Assembly member Mike Gatto (D-Los Angeles) in response to attempts by activists to ask San Francisco voters to ban the procedure on males under age 18. That proposed ballot measure has been blocked by a judge. Proponents of the operation say it can reduce the risk of STDs, HIV, and cancer, and they note its cultural importance to Jews and Muslims. Opponents say the surgery is unnecessary and can cause health problems. Associated Press 09.06.2011  This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. Visit the CDC's website to find out more about their activities, publications and services.
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