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Oklahoma bans gender affirming medical care for trans youth with felony punishments

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Overview

  • Oklahoma has banned gender-affirming medical care for minors.
  • The ban includes puberty-blocking drugs and hormones.
  • At least 15 other states have similar laws.
  • Transgender advocates and parents of transgender children say such care is essential.
  • Civil liberty organizations have promised to take legal action to prevent the law from taking effect.