The final speaker opposing #S627 is David Bell, a retired United States Navy Chief Petty Officer who lives in Charleston with his family, including his 14-year-old transgender daughter. He shares his family's journey toward understanding her trans identity. #SupportTransYouthSC 
"I share all this detail just to underline that this is not an easy process – our family has been on a journey with this, and we have made all of these decisions with trusted medical providers every step of the way." We must stop S.627 from becoming law.
"Gender affirming healthcare is fundamental healthcare. ... It has saved my daughter and helped our family immensely. Banning access to this care would hurt my family and families like mine, and I plead with you to vote no on S623 and S627."
The subcommittee hearing has ended – and will continue on Wednesday, March 29, when the public will be invited to deliver testimony. Have you signed up yet? southcarolinaunited.org/updates/march29
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