David Price: “This incredible amendment would target some of our most vulnerable people in our society today. A study by True Colors…”

“This incredible amendment would target some of our most vulnerable people in our society today. A study by True Colors United found that among homeless transgender youth, 75 percent had been victims of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse; 25 percent had been victims of intimate partner violence; and 20 percent had been victims of sexual exploitation or trafficking. Mr. Chairman, more than 300 domestic violence and sexual violence organizations have signed a national consensus statement agreeing it is appropriate to serve transgender women alongside other women according to their gender identity. They agreed there is no safety issue despite the rhetoric heard today. In fact, transgender women are much more likely to suffer abuse themselves. So let's not turn that safety issue on its head. Let's reinstate the guidance, let's enforce the rule, and let's make certain that in this society people are treated equally and fairly. Mr. Chairman, let's reject this amendment. I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from South Carolina (Mr. Duncan). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the noes appeared to have it.”