Texas Attorney General Requests Transgender Health Records, Sparking Privacy Concerns

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is intensifying efforts to address transgender healthcare for children, prompting concerns over privacy and healthcare confidentiality. In the latest move, Paxton has issued an order directing a telehealth clinic based in Georgia to disclose records of any Texas families seeking information about gender transition for their children.

The targeted clinic, specializing in telehealth services, is now facing a demand to provide records related to Texas families exploring transgender healthcare options. This move by Paxton is part of an ongoing effort to gather information on transgender healthcare seekers, particularly minors.

Attorney Karen Loewy, who represents the. . .