New Mexico to continue funding gender-affirming care for minors after federal cuts

New Mexico has announced its decision to continue providing funding for gender-affirming care for minors, despite a new federal rule. The Trump administration finalized a rule on August 13, set to be implemented on October 13, which will terminate Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) support for gender-affirming care services, including hormones and speech therapy. This federal policy change is a significant development, but New Mexico's state-level commitment ensures continued access to such care for minors within its jurisdiction. This action highlights a divergence between state and federal policy regarding healthcare access for transgender youth.