Arkansas House Bill 1570 (2021)
Legislation in Arkansas regarding transgender healthcare
Arkansas House Bill 1570, also known as the Save Adolescents from Experimentation (SAFE) Act, is a piece of legislation passed in the state of Arkansas in 2021. The bill is notable for its focus on restricting healthcare options for transgender minors, specifically targeting gender-affirming treatments.
Legislative History[edit | edit source]
The bill was introduced in the Arkansas House of Representatives in early 2021. It was sponsored by Representative Robin Lundstrum and Senator Alan Clark. The bill passed the House on March 10, 2021, and the Arkansas Senate on March 29, 2021. Despite a veto by Governor Asa Hutchinson, the Arkansas legislature overrode the veto on April 6, 2021, making it law.
Provisions of the Bill[edit | edit source]
Arkansas House Bill 1570 prohibits healthcare professionals from providing gender-affirming treatments to individuals under the age of 18. This includes the prescription of puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and gender-affirming surgeries. The bill also prevents the use of public funds for such treatments and prohibits insurance coverage for these procedures for minors.
Impact and Controversy[edit | edit source]
The bill has been the subject of significant controversy and debate. Proponents argue that it protects minors from making irreversible decisions about their bodies at a young age. Opponents, including major medical organizations, argue that it denies necessary healthcare to transgender youth and could lead to negative mental health outcomes.
The passage of the bill has led to legal challenges, with opponents arguing that it violates the constitutional rights of transgender individuals. The law has been temporarily blocked by a federal judge pending further review.
Reactions[edit | edit source]
The bill has drawn reactions from various stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, advocacy groups, and political figures. Many medical organizations, such as the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association, have opposed the bill, citing concerns about the well-being of transgender youth.
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