Puerto Rico's legislative body has advanced a bill that would prohibit gender-affirming healthcare for individuals under 21, with significant penalties for parents and healthcare providers. Governor Wanda Vázquez Garced has the option to sign or veto the bill after it was recently passed by both chambers. While she previously sought amendments to maintain access to care for minors already receiving treatment, those changes were not adopted. Advocacy groups express concerns over the shifting political climate in Puerto Rico, which may impact its historic support for transgender rights.
Puerto Rico is experiencing a significant legal shift, as recent legislation threatens to ban gender-affirming healthcare for trans youth, potentially criminalizing supportive caregivers.
Lawmakers have passed a bill banning gender-affirming care for individuals under 21 in Puerto Rico, leading to potential penalties for parents and healthcare providers.
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