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Supreme Court Allows Idaho to Enforce Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

The ruling has sparked significant concern among families and advocacy groups, with many seeking alternative solutions for continued care.

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Protesters gather at the Ohio Statehouse on Jan. 24 ahead of the Ohio Senate's vote to override Gov. Mike DeWine's veto of House Bill 68.
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Warning

Overview

  • The U.S. Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision, enabling Idaho to enforce its 2023 law that makes providing gender-affirming care to minors a felony.
  • Families affected by the ban are exploring options to move out of state or find out-of-state medical providers to continue necessary treatments.
  • Critics argue the ban could lead to severe mental health issues for transgender minors deprived of medically endorsed treatments.
  • Several states have similar bans, with ongoing legal challenges likely to prompt future Supreme Court considerations.
  • Major medical organizations support gender-affirming care for minors, citing reduced risks of depression and suicide among transgender individuals.