Ohio restricts medical procedures and hormones for minors in new bill
OAN’s Abril Elfi
11:39 AM – Thursday, December 14, 2023
Lawmakers in Ohio have passed a groundbreaking bill that aims to protect minors and redefine the rules of gender-affirming care. The bill also addresses the participation of transgender girls in female sports teams.
House Bill 68, which was passed on Wednesday, prohibits the provision of gender-affirming medical and surgical care, hormone blockers, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and certain mental health services to trans and nonbinary youth. The bill also imposes severe consequences on healthcare professionals who offer these procedures, including the loss of their licenses and potential lawsuits.
The bill was initially introduced by Representative Gary Click (R-Ohio.)
“Parents are being manipulated by the physicians,” Click asserted.
LGBTQ+ advocates have been vehemently opposing House Bill 68. One notable voice is Cassidy, a social media user who transitioned from female to transgender male at the age of 14 but later chose to detransition back to her original gender. Cassidy emphasizes that these bills are using stories like hers as evidence, but she asserts that she is not mutilated or unlovable.
“These bills are being proposed using stories like mine as evidence to support them,” Cassidy said. “I’m not mutilated; I’m not ruined or unlovable.”
Senate President Matt Huffman (R-Ohio) argues that the bill protects minors from making irreversible decisions about their bodies before they fully understand their identities.
The bill will now be presented to Governor Mike DeWine (R-Ohio) for his decision, but it remains uncertain whether he will sign or veto the bill.
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How do lawmakers in Ohio justify the passing of House Bill 68 and what concerns do they raise about gender-affirming treatments for minors?
Ohio Passes Groundbreaking Bill to Protect Minors and Redefine Gender-Affirming Care
Lawmakers in Ohio have made significant strides in protecting minors and reshaping the landscape of gender-affirming care with the passing of a groundbreaking bill. The legislation also addresses the inclusion of transgender girls in female sports teams, a topic that has sparked a great deal of debate and controversy in recent years.
The bill, known as House Bill 68, was passed on Wednesday with the aim of prohibiting the provision of gender-affirming medical and surgical care, hormone blockers, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and certain mental health services to transgender and nonbinary youth. It also imposes severe consequences on healthcare professionals who offer these procedures, including the potential loss of their licenses and the possibility of facing lawsuits.
Representative Gary Click (R-Ohio) spearheaded the introduction of House Bill 68, citing concerns about the influence of physicians over parents and the potential long-term implications of such treatments for minors.
“Parents are being manipulated by the physicians,” Click asserted, highlighting the need for legislation that takes into account the welfare and interests of minors.
However, LGBTQ+ advocates have strongly opposed House Bill 68, with voices like Cassidy, a social media user who went through a transition from female to transgender male at the age of 14 but later chose to detransition, raising their concerns. Cassidy argues that bills like these misuse personal stories, such as theirs, as evidence while asserting that they are not mutilated or unlovable.
“These bills are being proposed using stories like mine as evidence to support them. I’m not mutilated, I’m not ruined or unlovable,” Cassidy stated, shedding light on the emotional toll that such legislation can have on transgender individuals.
Senate President Matt Huffman (R-Ohio), on the other hand, believes that the bill serves to protect minors from making irreversible decisions about their bodies before fully understanding their identities. The intention is to provide a safe environment for individuals to explore and develop their gender identities without rushing into potentially life-altering procedures.
The next step for House Bill 68 is to be presented to Governor Mike DeWine for consideration and potential approval. The outcome of this bill could significantly impact the landscape of gender-affirming care for minors in Ohio and potentially set a precedent for other states grappling with similar issues.
While the passing of this bill has received mixed reactions, it undeniably highlights the ongoing social and political debates surrounding transgender rights, medical autonomy, and the well-being of minors. As the conversation evolves, it is crucial to consider the experiences and perspectives of individuals directly affected by these decisions as we navigate the complexities of gender identity, healthcare ethics, and personal freedoms.
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