Gov. Reynolds Signs ‘Toilet Bill’ and ‘Prohibition of Gender Affirming Minor Care’ into Law
DEMOINE, Iowa (KCRG) – Transgender students will not be allowed to use a public school bathroom in Iowa that matches their gender identity, nor will they be allowed gender-affirming care, in accordance with laws Republican Governor Kim signed into law Reynolds. on Wednesday.
The Toilet Bill (SF 482) was only signed into law by Governor Reynolds after receiving support from Republicans who argued it was necessary to protect children who might feel uncomfortable sharing a bathroom with a student whose gender identity does not match. that they were. assigned at birth.
Opponents countered that the bill was unnecessary and could lead to persecution of transgender students.
Under the law, a person who believes that a school is allowing people to use facilities that do not match their birth sex may file a written complaint with the school. The school then has three days to correct the violation.
The Governor also signed into law SF 538, which prohibits gender-affirming care for transgender adolescents in Iowa. Democrats and several medical associations say these treatments can save lives. But Reynolds has previously said it’s important to understand what these treatments can do in the long run.
“I believe that science does not provide conclusive evidence of what we are potentially doing to our children. It’s irreversible. We don’t even understand the long-term consequences.” Reynolds said. “I am a parent. I’m a grandmother. I know how difficult it is. This is an extremely uncomfortable position for me. You know, I don’t like it, but I have to do what I think is in the best interests of the children right now.”
According to the Des Moines Register, transgender children who are currently undergoing gender-affirming treatment will have six months to reduce their dose of these medications.
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