Texas Supreme Court Upholds Republican-Backed Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors in 8-1 Decision

Jun 28, 2024, 04:12 PM

The Texas Supreme Court has upheld a Republican-backed state law that bans gender-affirming medical care for transgender minors. The ruling, delivered by an 8-1 vote, confirms that the law does not violate the state constitution, parental rights, or equality under the law. The decision is a significant defeat for families and medical professionals who had challenged the law's constitutionality, arguing it infringes on their rights to seek medical care for transgender children. The law, which took effect on September 1, prohibits doctors from prescribing treatments such as puberty blockers and hormones to minors with gender dysphoria. LGBTQ rights advocates have expressed disappointment with the court's decision.