Maine Senate rejects effort to ban trans girls from sports (and more transgender news)

Maine Senate rejects effort to ban trans girls from sports

The Maine Senate has rejected legislation aimed at banning transgender girls from participating in school sports and using gender-specific facilities. The bill, LD 1134, was defeated in a 21-14 vote, with one Republican senator, Rick Bennett, joining Democrats in opposition.

Another bill, LD 380, which sought to restrict access to gender-affirming health care for minors aged 16 and older, was also voted down by the same margin.

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