Maine's Department of Education has stated it will not enforce President Trump's executive order that restricts gender recognition to male and female. The department emphasized that state laws and school board policies remain in effect, specifically the Maine Human Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination based on gender identity among other traits. Experts express concern regarding the executive order's impact on youth, particularly concerning access to gender-affirming care and the overall mental health of students. The overarching message highlights the importance of maintaining protections despite federal directives.
The MHRA also prohibits retaliation for asserting MHRA-protected rights.
Youth have limited legal rights to begin with, which is one reason why the executive order banning gender-affirming care is targeted toward people under 19.
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