1. United States
2. Ariz.
3. Letter

Stop Act for Child Mutilation by the State (SB 4638) This proposed legislation SB 4638 seeks to restrict access to vital gender-affirming care for transgender youth by prohibiting the use of Tricare funds to cover puberty blockers, surgeries, and hormone replacement therapy for minors. Such gender-affirming medical treatments are crucial for the well-being and healthy development of transgender young people, as recommended by major medical associations. Denying coverage for this medically necessary care would be discriminatory and detrimental to the health and lives of transgender military families. I urge you to oppose this harmful bill that targets a vulnerable group and undermines their right to appropriate medical care. All young people, regardless of gender identity, deserve access to the healthcare they need to thrive.