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Brett Guthrie: I am glad my friend from Illinois pointed out this only affects children because adults can make their decisions. We…

On the recordDecember 18, 2025
I am glad my friend from Illinois pointed out this only affects children because adults can make their decisions. We don't take any decisions away from adults. This affects children. It is very specific. I think my friend from Texas is going to talk about it. I would like for my friend from Illinois, or anybody, to read through what is specifically identified as prohibited in this bill and say which of those saves someone's life. It is permanent surgery to change someone. It is very limited what is in this bill.
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Brett Guthrie
Republican · Kentucky

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Discussing the implications of a bill affecting children's medical decisions.

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