HB 68 Ruling Poses Significant Danger to Ohioans' Healthcare, Freedom

COLUMBUS — House Minority Leader Allison Russo (D-Upper Arlington) today released the following statement concerning the ruling by Republican Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Judge Michael Holbrook to uphold House Bill (HB) 68:

“The deeply concerning decision to uphold HB 68 is dangerous for Ohio's transgender youth and their families,” said Leader Russo. “We are extremely disappointed by the Franklin County Court's decision to allow this law to take immediate effect. This law's ban on gender-affirming care is not only unjust and medically unsound but also poses significant harm to Ohioans and the rights of parents to make medical decisions that are best for their own children in consultation with their doctors. House Democrats are committed to protecting the well-being of all children, putting people first and continuing to oppose legislation that restricts the freedom of any Ohioan to be themself and receive the healthcare they need.”