ERLC files amicus brief defending law prohibiting gender transition for minors
An amicus brief has been filed with the U.S. Supreme Court in the case of United States v. Skrmetti defending a Tennessee law prohibiting all “gender transition” procedures for minors, the Southern Baptist Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) announced Oct. 15.
“The brief was filed in conjunction with the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board in support of the state of Tennessee and the other respondents in the consolidated case. The ERLC originated the brief, providing the justices a compelling legal argument within the framework of biblical convictions regarding gender and sexuality,” said Elizabeth Bristow, ERLC press secretary.
“The Supreme Court’s decision will have a monumental impact on the safety and security of children vulnerable to a harmful gender ideology, not just in the state of Tennessee, but across the nation,” said Brent Leatherwood, president of the ERLC. “Harmful procedures, like hormone therapy, puberty blockers, and surgery impose lifelong, devastating consequences on their well-being. An amicus brief allows the ERLC to put these convictions and arguments in front of our justices and in many cases, can sway the outcome of the case.”