Mother of trans son in Texas goes viral after emotional speech to lawmakers | TheHill
The mother of a transgender boy in Texas went viral this week after making an emotional plea to state lawmakers about a bill that would make it illegal for parents to provide gender-affirming health care procedures for their children.
Under the bill, parents aiding their transgender children in receiving medical care, including puberty suppressant drugs, medical procedures and hormone replacement therapy, would be labeled abusers and their actions would be considered a felony if the child is under the age of 18, according to Mediaite.
Amber Briggle spoke out against the legislation during a hearing with the Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs.
ADVERTISEMENTI m terrified to be here today, Briggle told the committee. I m afraid that by speaking here today that my words will be used against me should S.B. 1646 or S.B. 1311 pass, and my sweet son whom I love more than life itself will be taken from me.
When my son was four years old, he asked me if scientists could turn him into a boy, Briggle continued.
via thehill.com