(Bloomberg) -- California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation Tuesday to eliminate out-of-pocket expenses for abortions, making the procedure more accessible as a growing number of states tighten similar laws. 

Called the Abortion Accessibility Act, the legislation will stop health insurers from imposing co-pays and deductibles for abortions, making California one of six states that require coverage of such services, according to a statement from Newsom’s office.

The Democratic governor said he’s taking an opposing approach to the states that “attempt to move us backwards,” adding that the law will bring “equitable, affordable access to abortion services.”

Last year, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed legislation that banned abortion after a fetal heartbeat is detected, which can occur as early as six weeks. Under the law, individuals can sue doctors, clinic workers and others who help a woman end an unwanted pregnancy past the cutoff date. Texas and some other states have also sought to restrict medication-induced abortions.

Earlier in the day, abortion rights emerged as an issue at the confirmation hearing for Ketanji Brown Jackson, who told the Senate Judiciary Committee considering her nomination to the Supreme Court that Roe v. Wade is settled law on abortion rights. 

The comment was in response to a question from California Senator Dianne Feinstein as the court considers overturning the landmark Roe v. Wade decision and letting states outlaw abortion.

A group of more than 40 abortion providers and advocacy organizations have recommended the Golden state expand its ability to provide services to out-of-state residents if Roe v. Wade is overturned.