BILL NUMBER: AB 1763 VETOED DATE: 09/23/2016 To the Members of the California State Assembly: I am returning Assembly Bill 1763 without my signature. This bill imposes a no cost sharing mandate on health plans and insurance policies for colorectal cancer screening services that exceeds the requirements of the federal Affordable Care Act. I understand the importance of preventative health care services, and in particular, screening for various types of cancer. I believe, however, the cost sharing rules for these services as set in the Affordable Care Act are sufficient. Moreover, creating a no cost sharing rule for colorectal cancer sets it apart from all other cancers and contributes to increasing everyone's health care costs. Sincerely, Edmund G. Brown Jr.