Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has submitted a response brief to the United States Supreme Court, defending a state law that prohibits certain gender transition procedures for minors. The law, known as Senate Bill 1, was enacted to protect minors from undergoing irreversible and unproven medical procedures, according to Skrmetti. He stated that the decision was made based on a lack of credible evidence supporting the safety of such treatments for youth. The law reflects actions taken in several European countries that have also restricted these procedures for minors with gender-identity issues.
Historically, states have been responsible for regulating medical practices within their borders, including the licensing of doctors and the administration of drugs. By passing Senate Bill 1, Tennessee exercised this authority to limit the use of pharmaceutical and surgical interventions for gender transitions in individuals under 18 years old. Similar legislation is in place in 23 other states.
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Skrmetti criticized the federal government’s stance, which he claims relies on a false consensus about the safety of these procedures. He emphasized that the Constitution allows states to regulate medical practices, even when controversial social issues are involved. Skrmetti noted that those opposed to the restrictions have the opportunity to seek change through state elections.
For more details, the full filing can be accessed here.
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