Court clears way for Florida ban on gender-affirming care for minors

A federal court ruled that minors in Florida cannot be administered puberty blockers or other hormonal treatments for gender transitioning, even with parental approval. This follows the state’s ongoing legal issues surrounding its ban on gender-affirming care. Florida is among over two dozen states limiting youngsters’ access to such treatments. The ruling caused the broader case to be fast-tracked. However, previous transitioning measures can continue for youths already in the process prior to law enforcement.