Jimenez v. Pan et al.

Docket No.
2:26-cv-03500
District Court
California Central — Western

Goal

  • Block operation of a program
  • Declaration that a program is unlawful

Issues

Litigation Content

Why This Matters:

Why This Matters:

Plaintiff challenges California’s Black Infant Health program, alleging the program unlawfully discriminates on the basis of race in violation of the Equal Protection Clause and civil rights law. The Black Infant Health program is designed to address heightened mortality rates of Black and African American mothers and infants.

Potential Impact:

Potential Impact:

Preventing states from adopting programs that are designed to respond to identified racial disparities in health entrenches and exacerbates poor health outcomes for marginalized populations.

 

Litigation Information

Current Status

Briefing is ongoing