Summary
The U.S. Supreme Court is examining a case involving a Colorado law that limits how counselors can discuss gender identity with minors. The law bans counselors from helping minors resolve gender dysphoria in certain ways. This restriction is being challenged as a violation of free speech.
Key Facts
- Colorado law restricts how counselors can speak with minors about gender dysphoria.
- The law prevents counselors from helping minors become comfortable with their biological sex.
- The case is being argued at the U.S. Supreme Court.
- Alliance Defending Freedom is representing a Colorado counselor in the case.
- Critics argue that the law limits free speech and prevents children from receiving the guidance they seek.
- There is no evidence cited by Colorado that voluntary counseling causes harm.
- The law allows minors to receive counseling on other subjects without parental consent.
- The case highlights a larger debate about gender identity and counseling in the U.S.
