The Pros and Cons of Gender-Affirming Care: Legal, Medical, and Policy Perspectives
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The Pros and Cons of Gender-Affirming Care: Legal, Medical, and Policy Perspectives

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Marion Moyer (Editor)

Series: Human Sexuality
BISAC: SOC064020; POL029000

In recent years, public debate and attention have intensified over whether transgender minors should have access to medical treatments addressing the incongruity between their sex characteristics and gender identity. This ongoing discourse has prompted states to examine the extent of access transgender individuals should have to these vital medical services. While several states have enacted progressive legislation to ensure that gender-affirming care is readily available to transgender individuals, others have taken measures to restrict access and limit healthcare coverage for such treatments.

The chapters of this book delve into the multifaceted aspects of gender-affirming care, exploring legal challenges, policy decisions, and ethical considerations. This book provides a comprehensive understanding of the current landscape, highlighting the intricate balance between ensuring equitable access to healthcare and navigating the complexities of legal and societal perspectives.

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Table of Contents

Preface

Chapter 1. Gender-Affirming Care and Young People
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Chapter 2. Gender-Affirming Care Access Research for Equity Act’
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

Chapter 3. FY2025 NDAA: TRICARE Coverage of Gender-Affirming Care
Bryce H. P. Mendez

Chapter 4. Appellate Courts Split on Legal Challenges to State Laws Banning Certain Medical Treatments for Transgender Minors
Christine J. Back and Jared P. Cole

Chapter 5. Fourth Circuit Holds That Certain Medicaid and State-Funded Health Plans Discriminate by Refusing to Cover Treatments for Gender Dysphoria
Madeline W. Donley and Hannah-Alise Rogers

Chapter 6. The Dangers and Due Process Violations of ‘‘Gender-Affirming Care’’ for Children
Committee on the Judiciary

Chapter 7. Empower Parents to Protect Their Kids Act of 2023
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

Chapter 8. Protect Children’s Innocence Act
Committee on the Judiciary

Index

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