Tennessee Senate passes bill making it a felony for adults to aid minors in seeking gender transition procedures. Similar to a bill penalizing adults who help minors obtain abortions without parental consent. Tennessee Democrats opposed the bills, arguing they violate constitutional rights.
Key Points
Tennessee Senate passed a bill making it a felony for adults to aid minors in seeking gender transition procedures
Similar bill passed penalizing adults who help minors obtain abortions without parental consent
Tennessee Democrats opposed the bills, citing concerns about constitutional rights
Pros
Protects minors from undergoing gender transition procedures without parental consent
Creates penalties for adults who aid minors in seeking gender transition procedures
Cons
Opposed by Tennessee Democrats who argue it violates constitutional rights
Raises concerns about restricting conversations between individuals