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LD 380

An Act To Amend Certain Laws Regarding Gender-Affirming Health Care Services

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Liz Caruso and 8 co-sponsors

Maine House rejected a bill amending gender-affirming healthcare laws in a 75-72 vote, leaving existing regulations unchanged.

Placed in the Legislative Files. (DEAD)
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Bill Summary · LD 380

Legislative bill overview

LD 380 proposed amendments to Maine laws governing gender-affirming health care services. The bill was introduced with bipartisan sponsorship but did not advance, as the Maine House accepted a "Ought Not to Pass" report on June 13, 2025, effectively killing the legislation.

Why is this important

Gender-affirming healthcare policy remains a contentious issue affecting transgender and non-binary individuals' access to medical care. The narrow vote margin (75-72) reflects deep legislative division on this issue and signals that future similar proposals may face similarly close contests in Maine.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of covered procedures and age restrictions: Debates likely centered on which treatments (hormones, surgery, mental health services) should be covered and minimum age requirements
  • Insurance coverage and provider requirements: Questions about whether health plans must cover these services and whether healthcare providers can be compelled to offer them
  • Medical standards and oversight: Disagreement over which clinical guidelines should govern treatment protocols and what approval processes are appropriate

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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