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Kansas Senate overrides governor veto of bill limiting gender‑transition care for minors
Summary
The Kansas Senate voted to override Gov. Laura Kelly's veto of legislation that restricts gender‑affirming medical care for minors. The measure, known as the Help Not Harm Act, passed the Senate by a two‑thirds majority after earlier approval in the House.
The Kansas Senate on Tuesday overrode Gov. Laura Kelly's veto of Senate Bill 63, a measure that prohibits certain gender‑affirming medical treatments for minors and establishes civil causes of action and professional discipline tied to such care. The Senate voted 31–9 to override the governor's veto, meeting the two‑thirds threshold required to enact the bill despite the governor's…
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