A federal appeals court ruled on Thursday that Alabama can start enforcing its ban on giving children life-altering puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones if they identify as transgender.
The decision from the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals removed a previous delay on the full enforcement of the law during the appeal process of the law. The court had ruled in favor of Alabama in August, keeping the law in place but enforcement had been paused as those suing tried to get the court’s decision reversed.
“The physical and psychological safety of our children can now be better protected from these untested and life-altering chemical and surgical procedures through the implementation of the Alabama Vulnerable Child Compassion and Protection Act,” said Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall. “This is a significant victory for our country, for children, and for common sense.”
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