After Kanye West’s Mother’s Saddening Loss, Arnold Schwarzenegger Took a Huge Step to Save Other Americans in 2009

Arnold Schwarzenegger has always impressed his fans with his multi-talented nature. From bodybuilding to acting and then politics – the star has conquered many areas of his interest. He was the Governor of California for two terms before he couldn’t contest further. During his term in 2009, the legend passed a crucial bill pertaining to rapper and artist Kanye West.

In 2007, West’s mother, Donda West, passed away after a series of plastic surgeries without medical clearance. It prompted a push from the rapper, who felt it was important for a green signal from the medical side before undergoing procedures. Let’s get into the details of what happened.

Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a bill for Kanye West

Kanye West was devastated when his mother passed away in 2007. Coronary artery disease combined with post-operation factors were the major causes of her death. Donda West had undergone multiple plastic surgeries before her demise. Her family believed that a medical clearance before surgeries would have saved her from the tragedy. Therefore, Kanye requested that Schwarzenegger make certain changes in the field of cosmetic surgery.

The Donda West Law stated that a physical examination was mandatory for those who wished to go under the knife for aesthetic purposes. Schwarzenegger signed the bill which was backed by Kanye’s cousin, Yolanda Anderson, and Assemblywoman Wilmer Amina Carter.

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Incidentally, Schwarzenegger had first vetoed the first pass of the bill in 2008. Amidst various other tasks, Schwarzenegger signed the Donda West Law in February 2009, thus aiming to save many more lives.

Arnold did it all as a service to the public

Working as a public servant isn’t an easy job. As to understanding the citizens’ needs, one must cross many hurdles. But Arnold Schwarzenegger took this challenge a notch up higher by refusing a salary.

To set an example, Schwarzenegger decided to give up his salary as a Governor. Instead, he wanted to give the ‘petty cash’ back to society through charitable sources. Back then, his salary would have ranged anywhere from $187,000 to $206,500. However, the legend decided to give it all away. In 2013, he admitted the experience was wonderful yet challenging, as he wasn’t getting anything in return. What do you think of Schwarzenegger’s move and the Donda West Law? Let us know in the comments.

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