Georgia Senate passes bills to ban gender-transitioning treatment for minors and inmates. Some Democrats join Republicans in supporting the measures, while opponents argue they infringe on rights of transgender people.
Key Points
Georgia Senate passes bills to ban gender-transitioning treatment for minors and inmates
Opponents argue the bills infringe on rights of transgender individuals
Some Democrats join Republicans in supporting the measures
At least 26 states have enacted laws restricting gender-transitioning treatment for minors
Pros
Protecting minors from potential long-term effects of gender-transitioning treatments
Reducing taxpayer burden for gender-transitioning treatment for inmates
Cons
Accusations of targeting transgender individuals for political gain
Infringement on rights of transgender people to make decisions about their treatment