SCOTUS Upholds Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth: Implications for Tech & Policy
SCOTUS Upholds Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth: Implications for Tech & Policy The Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision upholding Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors has significant implications for technology and policy. The ruling, based on the Equal Protection Clause, effectively allows states to restrict access to puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries for this demographic. Key takeaway: The court found the Tennessee law didn’t violate the Constitution because its classifications weren’t overtly based on sex and…