On June 18, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld Tennessee’s law banning all gender-affirming medical care for minors, including puberty blockers and hormone therapy. The ruling not only keeps Tennessee’s ban in place but also makes it harder to challenge similar laws nationwide. This post breaks down what the decision means, what’s still uncertain, and what families can do to protect their children now.

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to rule in United States v. Skrmetti, a pivotal case challenging Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors. The outcome will have a direct impact on LGBTQ+ rights, healthcare access, and parental rights—not just in Tennessee, but here in Nebraska and across the country. Here’s what you need to know, and why it matters.