Walz made Minnesota a ‘trans refuge’, championing gender affirming care

Yes, that information is correct. Tim Walz, the governor of Minnesota, signed a bill in 2021 that expands access to gender-affirming care for transgender youth in the state. The law would prevent health insurers from denying coverage for gender affirming care, such as hormone therapy or surgery based on age, making Minnesota one of the most inclusive states for transgender rights in the U.S. It has been seen as a significant step towards ensuring that all transgender individuals in Minnesota have access to necessary and life-affirming healthcare. This move essentially made Minnesota a "trans refuge" because it offers these services that are typically hard to access in many other states. It also sends the message to transgender youth that they are supported and affirmed in their identities.