Colombian lawmakers introduce anti-trans youth health-care bill
A group of Colombian lawmakers has introduced the so-called “Ley Laura,” a proposal that would prohibit puberty blockers, hormone treatment, and gender-affirming surgeries for minors. The bill would also create penalties for clinicians and institutions that provide the covered care.
Trans health advocates in Colombia warn that the proposal relies on misinformation and would replace individualized medical decision-making with a punitive ban. The measure is early in the legislative process and faces a longer debate.
Scorecard impact: Colombia was fully regraded in this update. Its category scores now range from 45 for physical safety to 74 for legal protections, producing a 61.9 baseline. No points were removed for the proposed bill because it is not law; the active threat is documented for immediate follow-up.