Most gender-affirming surgeries and hormone replacement therapies for transgender people under 18 would be banned in Georgia under a measure that received House approval Thursday. It’s part of a nationwide effort by conservatives to restrict transgender athletes, gender-affirming care and drag shows. “To all the children in our state who are going to be negatively impacted, Please don’t lose hope. We need you.”Opponents said the measure would hurt transgender children by requiring physicians to violate medical standards of care. Supporters say transgender youth can then decide to pursue further measures after they are adults.

Source: The Herald March 17, 2023 05:04 UTC