All articles tagged with #tennessee law
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Jalopnik
Country singer Conner Smith killed 77-year-old Dorothy Dobbins with his truck in Nashville but was only charged with a misdemeanor for failure to yield, highlighting ongoing issues with road safety and pedestrian protection in the U.S.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ABC News
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a Tennessee law banning certain gender-affirming treatments for minors in a 6-3 decision, marking a significant ruling on LGBTQ rights and medical policy debates, with dissenting opinions warning of discrimination and harm to transgender youth.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
The Supreme Court upheld a Tennessee law banning certain medical treatments for transgender minors, ruling that it did not violate the Constitution's equal protection clause, with a 6-3 decision. The ruling marks a setback for transgender rights, with dissenting justices warning of potential harm to affected youths. The decision emphasizes that such issues should be addressed by elected representatives rather than courts, leading to a patchwork of laws across states.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming treatments for transgender minors, with a 6-3 vote, emphasizing that such medical questions should be decided through democratic processes rather than courts, despite significant dissent warning of potential harm to transgender youth.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NPR
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a Tennessee law banning gender-affirming care for minors, a decision reflecting ongoing cultural and legal debates over transgender healthcare for youth, with the ruling favoring conservative perspectives and raising questions about medical practices and parental rights.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Wire
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in United States V. Skrmetti, a case challenging a Tennessee law that bans puberty blockers and hormone therapy for minors seeking gender transition. The case, brought by three transgender teens, a physician, and the Biden administration, argues the law is discriminatory under the Equal Protection Clause. The state defends the law as a measure to protect minors from unproven medical procedures. The decision, expected by June 2025, could impact similar laws in other states and the broader legal landscape of transgender rights.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
The US Supreme Court is reviewing a pivotal case, US v Skrmetti, concerning Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming healthcare for transgender youth, which could have significant implications for trans rights and broader anti-discrimination protections. The case questions whether the ban constitutes sex discrimination requiring heightened scrutiny. Critics argue that a ruling in favor of Tennessee could undermine decades of civil rights precedent and enable broader discrimination based on sex. The case highlights ongoing tensions between conservative and liberal views on LGBTQ+ rights and bodily autonomy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
The U.S. Supreme Court appears likely to uphold a Tennessee law banning transgender teens from accessing gender-affirming care, following oral arguments that highlighted a conservative majority's reluctance to challenge state legislation. Right-wing activists, including commentator Matt Walsh and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, celebrated the potential ruling, vowing to eradicate "trans ideology." The court's decision could impact similar laws in other states, while liberal justices questioned the constitutionality of such bans under the Equal Protection Clause.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Vox.com
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in United States v. Skrmetti, a pivotal case on transgender rights, focusing on a Tennessee law banning gender-affirming care for minors. The justices, particularly the conservative majority, seemed inclined to uphold the law, potentially allowing states to restrict such care for both minors and adults. This could lead to a significant shift in how sex-based discrimination is treated under the Constitution, moving away from the precedent set by United States v. Virginia, which requires heightened scrutiny for all gender-based classifications. The decision, expected by June 2025, could have far-reaching implications for anti-discrimination laws.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing a challenge to Tennessee's law restricting gender transition care for minors, a case that could impact similar laws in over 20 states. The Biden administration and families argue the law discriminates against transgender youth, violating the 14th Amendment, while Tennessee defends it as a medical regulation. The case highlights broader debates on transgender rights and medical standards, with a decision expected by June.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
The Supreme Court is set to hear a significant case on transgender rights, focusing on a Tennessee law banning gender-affirming care for minors. This case has sparked a divide among conservatives, traditionally advocates for parental rights, as some support the Biden administration's challenge against the law, arguing it infringes on parental decision-making. The case highlights a broader cultural and political debate over transgender rights and parental authority, with implications for conservative ideologies and state regulation of medical care.