Sacramento City Council declares sanctuary city for transgender people
The Sacramento City Council declared the city a sanctuary for transgender people, ensuring no city resources will be used to criminalize trans people seeking transition-related care or to cooperate with jurisdictions seeking to enforce laws that criminalize the care elsewhere.
Key Points
- Resolution ensures no city resources will be used to criminalize trans people seeking transition-related care
- Opponents argue that gender-affirming care can be harmful to children
- Major U.S. medical associations support transition-related care, including for some minors
Pros
- Supports transgender rights and equal protections for transgender people
- Sends a powerful signal that the city is a safe place for everyone
- Aligns with major U.S. medical associations supporting transition-related care
Cons
- Opponents argue that gender-affirming care can be harmful to children