Ohio is one step closer to banning gender-affirming care for minors and blocking transgender students from participating in girls and women's sports. The measure was cleared by the Republican-dominated state Senate on Wednesday. It would drastically change the way LGBTQ youth live in the state, and has sent parents scrambling over the future of their transgender children. Supporters say the bans will protect children who cannot give “informed consent” and ensure fairness in sports. Opponents including medical professionals decry the bill as cruel and life threatening. The bill returns to the House for amendment agreements, but then heads to Republican Gov. Mike DeWine's desk for final approval.
