Congresswoman Harshbarger Applauds U.S. Supreme Court Ruling That Protects Children from Sex Change Interventions

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) applauded the U.S. Supreme Court’s 6–3 ruling that affirmed Tennessee’s law prohibiting dangerous, sometimes irreversible gender transition procedures on minors. This decision recognizes our state’s authority to protect vulnerable youth and ensure responsible, evidence-based medical care.

“This is a landmark victory for Tennessee parents and families. The U.S. Supreme Court has affirmed what most of us already know to be true: Kids are not experiments and gender transition procedures have caused immense harm to children. This ruling protects minors from these life-altering procedures so states can have a right to ban child mutilation without judges interfering.” – Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger

The Court’s 6–3 decision held that Tennessee’s law does not violate the equal protection clause of the Constitution and affirms the right of states to enact laws that prioritize child safety, and medical responsibility.

To read Chief Justice John Roberts’ full opinion click HERE.