Democrat Andy Beshear sides with Republicans, says he doesn't support gender-affirming care for inmates
The Democratic governor said he is against inmates “receiving better coverage and health care than a law-abiding citizen.”
December 16, 2024
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Georgia Policy Revisions Aim to Affirm Trans Prisoners
After a federal lawsuit and pressure from the Justice Department, Georgia officials are revising the way they treat transgender prisoners.
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Indiana judge blocks law denying gender-affirming care to prisoners, ruling it’s likely unconstitutional
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