Ohio Gov. DeWine's Executive Order Bans Minor Transgender Surgery Post-Veto
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed an executive order banning gender reassignment surgery for minors, effective immediately. This follows his veto of a broader bill that would have also restricted hormone treatments and participation in sports for transgender individuals. DeWine's order comes with new rules to collect data on transgender medical treatments and to ensure mental health counseling is provided. The state legislature may attempt to override his veto of the comprehensive bill, but it is uncertain if they have the necessary votes.