Federal judge’s final judgment leaves Indiana ban on gender‑transition care for minors in place
A federal judge entered a final judgment in favor of the state, dismissing remaining ACLU claims and leaving Indiana’s ban on gender‑transition care for minors in effect. The law prohibits puberty blockers, hormone therapy and surgical procedures for minors; Attorney General Todd Rokita praised the ruling.
A federal judge entered a final judgment in favor of Indiana, dismissing the remaining claims from the American Civil Liberties Union, WNDU reported. The judgment leaves in place the state law that prohibits puberty blockers, hormone therapy and surgical procedures for minors; the ban had been reinstated after a 2024 appeals court ruling.
Attorney General Todd Rokita’s office characterized the dismissal as a victory for children, while civil rights advocates said the measure denies essential health care to vulnerable youth. The article does not specify any next legal step or timeline.
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