The Supreme Court to Decide on Trans Youth Health Care

Sophia Patel
Published Jan 6, 2025


In the near future, the Supreme Court is set to hear an important case about health care for transgender (trans) young people. This case challenges laws in 24 states that have stopped trans youth from getting hormone therapy since 2021. 

These therapies are crucial for those experiencing gender dysphoria, a condition where someone feels distress because their gender identity doesn't match the sex they were assigned at birth.

Many leading health organizations, including the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics, disagree with these bans. They say the laws have forced many families to travel far for care or watch their children suffer.

The case, called U.S. v. Skrmetti, brought to the Supreme Court by groups like the ACLU, questions whether it's unconstitutional (goes against the U.S. Constitution) for Tennessee to ban hormone therapies for trans minors. These bans allow the use of the same hormones if they match the sex a person was assigned when they were born. 

For example, under this law, a doctor could prescribe hormone therapy to a cisgender (someone whose gender identity matches their birth sex) girl but not a trans girl for the same health issues.

In the past, the Supreme Court has sided with LGBTQ+ rights, stating that discrimination against someone for being trans is a form of sex discrimination, which is not allowed. Other courts in the U.S. have blocked similar bans, but some have let them start. This Supreme Court case will determine if states can deny medical treatment to trans youth.

This case might also affect other health care areas, like birth control or treatments related to having babies, because it follows a recent Supreme Court decision that let states ban abortions.
 

How to Support Trans Youth and Access to Care


1. Share Personal Stories: Your stories can help others understand why this care is so crucial. Whether it's on social media, with officials, or in the news, sharing your experience can make a difference. But, remember to protect your privacy online.

Check Out: Protecting Your Digital Identity: Tips for Preventing Identity Theft and Data Breaches 

2. Advocate for Rights: There are many ways to support trans people, like getting involved with school boards, contacting lawmakers, or joining groups that fight for LGBTQ+ rights.

3. Be Present: When the court schedules the hearing, being part of peaceful rallies can show strong community support for trans rights.

Everyone can play a role in supporting trans youth and ensuring they have access to the health care they need. Sharing experiences and advocating for their rights can help fight against these bans.

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