House Passes Bill to Ban Gender Transition
The House of Representatives has passed a bill making gender transition treatments for minors a crime. This includes surgeries and hormone therapies, with medical providers facing potential prison sentences of up to ten years.
The measure passed by a narrow margin, highlighting the deep partisan divide on this issue. The vote reflects a significant political milestone for the Republican party.
Civil rights organizations have strongly condemned the legislation. They label it among the most severe anti-transgender proposals to reach Congress.
The bill is not expected to pass the Senate, limiting its immediate legal impact. However, the vote clearly signals Republican legislative priorities.
The legislation aligns with President Donald Trump’s stated opposition to gender-affirming care for minors. Supporters argue these medical treatments are harmful and ideologically driven rather than necessary.
Democratic lawmakers strongly opposed the bill, arguing it politicizes healthcare. They warn it criminalizes doctors and intrudes on private family medical decisions.
This debate underscores the intense national conflict over transgender rights. It centers on the appropriate role of government in personal healthcare choices for minors and their families.
