Summary
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services proposed new rules to stop hospitals from providing gender-affirming care to minors. This would cut off federal funding for treatments like puberty blockers and hormone therapy, potentially affecting access in many states. The rules are not yet final and may face legal challenges.
Key Facts
- The proposal aims to stop gender-affirming care for minors by cutting federal funding to hospitals.
- It specifically targets treatments like puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and some surgeries.
- More than half of U.S. states already have bans or limits on this type of care.
- The proposal could impact access to care in nearly two dozen states where it is still legal.
- The rules need to go through a regulatory process before they can take effect.
- Legal challenges are expected, which may delay or change the final implementation.
- Providers might stop offering these treatments while awaiting enforcement.
