**Summary:** The United States Supreme Court recently upheld Tennessee’s legislation banning gender-affirming medical care for minors, determining it does not violate sex discrimination laws. This decision holds potential implications for the legal landscape affecting transgender and non-binary individuals, as well as broader interpretations of sex-based discrimination rights. Currently, 40% of transgender youth aged 13 to 17 reside in the 27 states with similar restrictions on gender-affirming care. Although legal challenges against these laws are ongoing, many remain enforced. The ruling in United States v Skrmetti could influence other pending cases, possibly allowing additional state-level bans to proceed. As the judicial process continues, discussions about the rights of minors, parental consent, and healthcare autonomy are expected to evolve, potentially informing future legislative and judicial actions.
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**Headline:** Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee’s Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors