A Florida law blocking treatment for transgender children is thrown out by a federal judge
SUMMARY
A federal judge struck down a 2023 Florida law that banned gender-affirming care for minors and restricted it for adults, ruling it unconstitutional. Senior Judge Robert Hinkle emphasized that transgender individuals have a constitutional right to necessary medical treatment. The law had barred minors from receiving puberty blockers and hormonal treatments with parental consent and required transgender adults to receive treatment only from doctors. Governor Ron DeSantis’ office condemned the ruling and vowed to appeal. Plaintiffs celebrated the decision, stressing the importance of 'access to medical care'.
