Recent developments and news in the national debate over gender ideology:
First Detransition Clinic at Texas Children’s: DOJ secures a landmark action with Texas Children’s Hospital to establish America’s first detransition clinic and implement accountability measures related to pediatric sex-rejecting medical interventions.
Parents Urge Congress to Defund AAP: The American Parents Coalition is urging Congress to examine federal funding for the American Academy of Pediatrics, raising concerns about pediatric gender medicine practices and transparency.
Gender Ideology on College Campuses: Genspect’s new College Rating aims to help parents evaluate college environments regarding gender ideology and make informed decisions for their children.
Kansas Judge Blocks Help Not Harm Act: A Kansas judge temporarily halted enforcement of the state’s law restricting sex-rejecting medical interventions for minors while constitutional challenges move through the courts.
Sincerely,
The Biological Integrity Team
The American College of Pediatricians
American Parents Coalition Urges Congress to Defund AAP
The American Parents Coalition is urging Congress to investigate the federal funding of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), arguing that the organization has prioritized gender ideology over parental rights and scientific evidence.
APC Executive Director Alleigh Marré emphasizes that the AAP continues to mislead patients and parents by promoting chemical and surgical interventions as “reversible” and “harmless,” despite extensive national and international evidence that shows otherwise.
Parents, Beware of Gender Ideology on College Campuses!
College environments play a significant role in shaping identity development for students already struggling with sex-identity distress and pressure parents to adopt to campus culture and policies. For some families, college planning involves weighing not only academic opportunities but also the broader social environment and its potential impact on student well-being.
Stella O’Malley shares Genspect’s college rating, which compiles information about universities nationwide, including their policies, housing and health regulations, and campus culture, to help families make informed decisions. It may serve as a helpful tool for parents whose child is struggling with sex-identity distress or may be easily influenced by gender ideology, as they evaluate which college environment may best support their child.
Kansas Judge Blocked State Help Not Harm Act
A Kansas judge has temporarily blocked enforcement of a state law prohibiting sex-rejecting medical interventions for minors, which took effect in February 2025, when Kansas became the 27th state to enact legislation aimed at protecting minors from harmful sex-rejecting medical interventions.
The judge sided with two parents whose children identify as the opposite sex, finding that those challenging the law are likely to succeed in arguing that it violates protections under the Kansas Constitution. The decision pauses enforcement while legal challenges continue.
