South Carolina has passed a gender-affirming care ban. Here's what families can do
Gov. Henry McMaster is likely to sign a gender-affirming care ban into law, but families in South Carolina still have options.
May 09 2024 4:55 PM
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Gov. Henry McMaster is likely to sign a gender-affirming care ban into law, but families in South Carolina still have options.
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