Today the California Optometric Association released the following statement from President Ronald G. Seger O.D., F.A.A.O., in response to the 2019 – 2020 state budget passed by the legislature Thursday and expected to be signed by Governor Gavin Newsom:

“California’s doctors of optometry applaud Governor Newsom and California’s legislators for recognizing the opportunity to improve sight and save lives by restoring eyeglasses and vision aid coverage for adults participating in Medi-Cal.