At least seven states so far have passed a bill making it a felony for transgender children to get gender reassignment surgery and puberty blockers. Georgia representative Ginny Ehrhart calls the treatment "a form of child abuse" that would do irreversible damage. South Dakota representative says the bill "will serve as a pause button until the minor is old enough to make informed decisions". However, doctors and physicians say if more states pass similar bills, it would put an already vulnerable community at a greater risk of mental health issues and suicide. There would be a lot more support if the availability of surgeries and drugs were allowed, and physicians/surgeons were required to provide verifiable, unbiased information related to making such an important decision at an early age (sometimes even before puberty).

Giving the means to make a permanent, life-changing decision should include all aspects of the means, and information is the most important. Gender reassignment would have a huge impact on someone's life, and no one should approach it on a whim. It can be a positive change or a negative one for different people, either way the concept of "permanent" should be fully understood. By signing, you can help stop the legislations' spread of lies so the transgender community can thrive happily. The right to choose also bears the responsibility to make an informed choice. Get the attention of your state and federal government to fight the bill!